Yeah, so, the blog? It's supposed to be a way to update you all on how things are going with us all. But what do I write about when nothing has really changed?
Pain? Still there. Mucous? Still there. Taste? Still not there. Feeding tube? Yeah. Totally still there.
Oh, and that corner from Monday? Still a long way away.
And yet, we're doing fine. We have our families. We have our friends. We have Wags. But most of all, we have each other.
If we are strong, it's because we have each other. If we are facing this with humor, grace, optimism, it's because we have each other. When I am down, he picks me up. When he is down, I hammer him about how he needs to feed and hydrate more. OK, maybe sometimes I pick him up too. I may not always know how he feels—those of you who know him know he's the strong, silent type—but I always know that holding his hand or rubbing his back or giving him my lap to lay his head in will make him feel better. And he knows that just putting his arms around me will make me feel better.
So yeah, we're doing fine. Better than fine, actually. We have each other.
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you are an incredible writer, PLo. reading your words expressing the deep bond you share with vic brought tears to my eyes. then for comic relief, i tried to craft a clever/funny comment referencing bette midler's "wind beneath my wings." but that's about as far as i got. because, well, i'm just not that creative :) --abby
Well said and well written as always! Hang in there.
Thanks, Abby. FYI, your comment totally made me laugh, so ... comic relief achieved! (P.S. Someone over on Facebook said "Have I told you lately that you're my hero?"--looks like you two are on the same wavelength!
Jason, that's high praise, coming from you. I always feel like I am trying to reach your level of humorous writing--you are the master! :-)
Except Wind beneath my Wings was first done by Glays Knight and the Pips. So I'll be expecting matching disco suits and can I hear a Woo Woo from the chorus. Hang in there, you two. I'm envious of your love for each other and the strength you exude.
and that's the most important part of this whole journey... you have each other. and well, Wags of course. i can't imagine a better strength than what comes from the three of you :)
Thats so kind. I love you guys! I am blessed to call you family! Hugs from the state of Nebraska! You guys are amazing and in my prayers daily... not to mention on the prayer sheet at church!
Mary: I have always wanted to be a Pip. Will you be my Gladys Knight? I will totally wear the disco suit.
Wendy B: We gather our strength from each other, yes, but also from those around us. Like you. :-)
Kristen: Thanks for the extra hugs and prayers, Kristen!
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