Evening Friday
Went to the hospital to see Mike's mom this evening.  Ended up leaving sooner than planned.  I got upset.  Mike's sister and brother in law stayed with her to speak with the doctor.  I'm so thankful for Charlie and Lynne being here and handling this.  I don't think I could have done it without them.  Too many similarities between Mike's situation and his mom's. I want to be there, but it's painful seeing her this way, recalling many things with Mike.  Life just feels a little unfair tonight.  Thank you for your prayers.

Noon Friday
We've had another challenging day.  Mike's mom was taken to the emergency room this morning where it was determined she suffered a significant stroke.  She is in the Intensive Care Unit and is having trouble swallowing and speaking.  She is aware of our presence and was able to have Matt, Amber, Ethan, Charlie, Lynne and I around her this morning.  I hope it brought her some comfort.  It certainly was difficult for all of us to be back in a hospital setting...most especially having her in one of the same rooms Mike had been in.  We understand we've been blessed having Mike's mom for 91 years, but it is never easy watching someone you love hurting, or unable to communicate what they are feeling.  And letting go is never easy.  Our family would appreciate your prayers.