stabilized

Hi All,

Just wanted to let you know things have stabilized a bit here with David. He is comfortable pain-wise, has times of mental clarity, is able to walk without a walker, and has been outside quite a bit, even raking for an hour on a sunny afternoon when he wanted to be alone. Sometimes he is confused about what is happening, feels scared about not understanding, and about his loss of independence.

He is taking and making phone calls again, is enjoying some days in the company of a group of loved ones, and some days resting quietly with just one person bringing food and support.

Food is arriving at our house everyday from friends and family, and we appreciate it so much. It's amazing after a day of coordinating care for David, caring for David, answering phones, talking to nurses, and trying to keep our home running smoothly, to know there is food ready to warm up, and I don't need to worry about feeding us. Thank you so much everyone!! I have heard from some folks who have loved David a long time, that they are so grateful to be making food and spending time caring for him, that it feels right to have some last sweet moments and some closure with their good friend. It's good for me to hear that, because our home feels like a community home right now, and I want people to feel comfortable being involved as they know to be.

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Thanks, and blessings.

Tara