Loving on Grandma Judy

Mom's room was brightened by phone calls, flowers and her grandchildren. Elin and Zachary sang a sweet song to Grandma that had hand motions ending with "I love YOU." Mom's face beemed, in fact, I think it glowed. I even caught mom playing peek a boo with little Nathan. He loved it. She covered her head with a washcloth and peeked at him and that sent him into a giggling frenzy. I had mom sit up and look in the mirror to put on some lipstick. We talked about God's goodness and His plan for her. She was suprised that she woke up from the surgery. I affirmed to her that God is not done with her yet! He has a good plan for her. A plan to give her hope and to bring himself glory. She was very encouraged by that truth. Every day she looks stronger, the swelling in her neck is slowly subsiding. Dialysis went well today. She also got two units of blood. One of the days highlights was when she was out for a walk and we (the kids and I) went to the other end of the hallway and cheered moms every step. Zachary was so excited to see Grandma go! I loved seeing my mom's face lifted. Another highlight was some mail that Grandma and Joni sent mom at the hospital. She loved getting those notes! Thank you for your love and notes. I read your comments to her every morning and she is deeply encouraged. Ingrid