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{ 2005 10 05 }
After a nice conversation yesterday with my Grandma Betty, we were suprised this morning to get a call from her doctor with very bad news. She is declining rapidly. Tests are being run. Unless they can find evidence of infection or stroke, her doctor is recommending hospice care. I’m not sure how much more heartbreak we can take right now.
Posted by holly on Wednesday, October 5th, 2005, at 7:47 am, and filed under Uncategorized.
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Regular dishes on life in New Orleans, historic home renovation, raising kids, completing a PhD, travel near and far, global concerns, and health issues.
You know the story, right? International health... work all over the place... drag my kids around in sacks through villages in Central America... yadda yadda. I decided to go for another degree, so in 2004 we moved to New Orleans with no intention of staying. Then Katrina. And then *blink*blink* New Orleans is a completely different place and we just can't leave. Suddenly I'm on TV talking about immigrants and health and Paul is starting a company. Or two. His side is high-tech, mine is community health and our lives are yearly evacuation, regular celebrations, and nonstop work here, there, and everywhere. Our door is always open. I only ask that if you decide to go ahead and make yourself that mint julep, you make one for me, too.
We strive to make our life our argument.
Anonymous | 05-Oct-05 at 10:33 am | Permalink
Holly,
This is all heartbreaking. I am at a loss for words about what you are describing through your postings and photos. I honestly cannot even begin to imagine what you are going through. You are one of the strongest, most intelligent and resourceful people I know. You will surely pull through this with all the love and support of those around you. I am thinking about you and checking the blog a few times a week. — Amy K
Fluorescences | 05-Oct-05 at 11:40 pm | Permalink
Speechless. I’m not sure what to say, except that I can remember hearing Grandma Betty’s infectious laughter over the phone in Centreville as plain as if it happened yesterday. I’m not going to even attempt condolences.
Violet | 06-Oct-05 at 5:12 am | Permalink
I’m very sorry. I’m sending you positive thoughts and mental hugs today.
Evie, Bethany, & Scott | 06-Oct-05 at 6:15 am | Permalink
Holly,
I echo Amy and Violet’s thoughts, and am also at a loss of words. Although you are one of the strongest women I know, you do not need or deserve any more heartache. My thoughts and love are with you and your family during these difficult times.
Love Bethany
Anonymous | 06-Oct-05 at 7:07 pm | Permalink
Holly,
I concur with Amy, Bethany, and Violet’s thoughts. You are one of the smartest, kindest, and strongest women (people) I know. I know you and Paul will make it through this and figure out what to do. I’m so sorry this is happening to you (and 1000’s of others). Keep your head up.
Also, like Amy, I think of you often and check the blog a few times a week. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help.
Jodi (and Adam)