Today's news:
I spoke with my brother Mike tonight (he lives 5 min from Wakemed where Mom is staying). He said that she is now sitting up and watching some TV although she is still not eating or talking (can you imagine Jill not talking???). The nurses said that as long as she's on anti stroke meds she'll likely to remain somewhat sleepy. Mike also said that whenever he would call her name, she would look at him and went beyond squeezing his hand, to actually rub his arm once. I know these may sound like little things, but they're all good signs.
As far as the other posts about donations and various resourses, we are very appreciative but are not in need of anything at the moment. We may well need some assistance in the future. Our thanks go out for the offers. As for plane tickets, I have been contacted directly by several of Mom's closest FT friends who've offered tickets (you know who you are!) and they've even gone so far as to cross co-ordinate it so I can probably get there on nearly any airline depending on what the flight schedule needs to be. This goes beyond touching. There is not much we can do for Mom at the moment but talk to whatever higher being you believe in on her behalf. She will benefit the most from support after she gets out of the hospital. Once she is able to take outside communications, I'm going to try to get a computer set up in her room if she's going to be there for an extended period so she can communicate with the world at large. In the interim, travel assistance for me (as I'm on the left coast) might be very helpful in the near future, but if anyone really deserves a little extra support right now. it's my brother Mike and his girlfriend Marie. They're right there, and are shouldering the greatest part of this whole adventure. Mike leaves for work as an electrician at 6:00 AM, works all day and then visits Mom at 6:00PM and 9:00 PM after working all day. While we consult each other about what to do to keep Mom's affairs in order (bills, insurance etc.), I consult, while he has to find the time to execute what needs to be done.
Your thoughts, prayers and other support are most appreciated.
jmx
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A man's got to know
his limitations