One day at a time...

"One day at a time sweet Jesus, that's all I'm asking from You.
Just give me the strength to do everyday what I have to do.
Yesterday's gone sweet Jesus and tomorrow may never be mine.
Lord help me today, show me the way, one day at a time. "
Christy Lane Lyrics

 Since Mom got her diagnosis almost a month ago, that's all we have been able to do, take one day at a time.  Her faithful strength is such an inspiration to me and my family and all who know her.  Mom is not a complainer, so it is pretty tough to know how she is really feeling  If she is in front of Dad, she will not say anything negative, so we have to get her by herself to find out her true feelings.

Last week she was very short of breath and has spent most days in her chair with the oxygen on.  She took a very small dose of morphine 3 times a day, which also helped to relax her and helps her to breath.  

On August 3rd, Glenda took Mom to the retina specialist for a problem she was having with her sight.  Mom had a cataract removed several months ago and afterwards, as a result, her retina started detaching.  This happens in less than 10% of people who have that surgery. Recently, a black spot developed in her eye that was affecting her vision. Of course, we feared that the retina was detaching worse and that she may require eye surgery to repair it. However, the retina specialist said her retina was not getting worse, thank God, but the black spots can occur in cancer patients.  Glenda said that the retina specialist told Mom that he would like to see her again in three months and that Mom very soberly told him she may not be here then.  She is so amazing to be able to be so frank about the disease.  It makes this so much easier for those of us whom are with her.  Not that she needs to do that, of course.  Again, her unfailing faith in God is such an inspiration to all of us. 
 
 I have a very bad summer old, so I certainly have been staying away.  That is very hard for me!  Danny and Lisa visited them Sunday afternoon and Glenda went Sunday evening.  Jean is there today.  I call Mom at least twice a day, but it's not the same as being there!

Mom seems to be having a better week with her breathing.  She told me that she didn't use her oxygen or morphine at all yesterday.  She despises having to take medicine and will only do so when she really feels bad.  

We have been keeping in tough with cousin Ron Lawson, who is an oncologist in Tennessee.  It is such a comfort having him follow Mom's condition and for his guidance and support.  He is sich a blessing to us!

Mom has an appointment with Texas Oncology this Wednesday.  I will report more after that appointment.  Meanwhile, thank you for keeping her and Dad in your prayers.  All of you are such a blessing to me and my family!  Love to all of you!

Psalm 118:24
This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.