Friday, April 20, 2007

Visiting Mom

Mom received several visitors today and while it was comforting to know how much she is loved, she is exhausted. Mom is naturally hospitable and is trying to ignore her present condition to care for those who visit her. She is still on a lot of pain meds and still in a lot of pain. She is kept busy during the day walking, taking tests, going through medical procedures, and meeting with doctors and a social worker. The most important thing right now is for mom to heal from her operation and gain strength to eventually eat solid foods and get ready for chemo treatments.

If you are interested in visiting Mom, please continue to contact Missy Connors at 781-326-5861 in the evening or by email amconnors@yahoo.com. She will help organize a manageable visiting plan over the next month in coordination with each family member. We know that so many of you love mom and want to help. We will try to have a calendar with a schedule for help, meals and eventually driving to/from chemo treatments as soon as possible. Mom loves every one of you, and would never want anyone to feel left out or not appreciated but now needs rest, walking and more rest.

Thank you so much for your support,

The Jurascheks

2 comments:

Ken said...

As I awoke during the night and read this, my prayers are with you all.

Ken M

Anonymous said...

Things sound much more positive with both Joanne and Paul -- so much has transpired this week! I feel incredible love and admiration for my wonderful nieces and nephews who have provided care and support for their parents. I remember you all as babies and young children, and this experience has made me realize what strong, capable and giving adults you all have become.

Joanne -- what a great mother you are to have raised such amazing children!

Much love to you all, Terri