Good News for Friday

Mom was very responsive this evening. For Sheryl and Johnny she touched their face, did the Hook'em Horns sign and made weak nods for yes or no. She is frowning and had her "teacher look" back. Big signs for us today.

I did not get to see any of this. It seems like everytime I go to see mom she has just finished moving and is tired.

So tonight Sheryl and Johnny came back to the waiting room and were cheering and excited. I was sad because I had missed another episode.

I went back to see if she had any energy left. Of course, I walk in and she looks asleep. We were finally able to wake her and she nodded when I asked if she knew me. She gripped my hand. The ultimate Valentine's gift was after she seemed to get tired. I told her we were going to leave and let her sleep. I kissed her hand and said, "Goodbye Mom." She raised her right hand and waved goodbye with her fingers.

Throught this whole process, I have only broken down twice. When I heard that she was bleeding on the brain and was in serious condition. I put down the phone and told Sonya I needed about 5 minutes to just let it out. When 5 minutes was up, I said, "Alright, lets get going."

Seeing Mom wave goodbye cracked my resolve a little bit. It was big sign and a great Valentine's present.

We still have a long way to go. This was only about 2 hours worth of activity in the whole day. Much of the day was spent watching her rest.

Happy Valentine's Day,

Love Stephen