Stef and I had a sleepover at Grandma's last night. We went because her doctor and paramedics who saw her last Thursday have said that it is no longer safe for her to be alone. The upside is that we also got to spend some valuable time with her as well.
It seems she is having small strokes and there is no indication of when they will happen or how bad they will be. When she has them, she becomes confused and has symptoms that are similar to dementia.
The time we spent with her yesterday and today was precious. She was, for the most part, alert and coherent and we asked her questions all about her life and history. They were mostly stories we had heard before but it was good to hear them again, you pay so much more attention when you are aware that this could be the last time you hear it. Plus you ask different questions about the past when you realize that this could be the last time you will be able to ask those questions.
My grandma has been a blessing in my life and I love her dearly. I am sad that this process is happening and it has been hard to see her get weaker, smaller and more confused. I am very grateful for her and for my family who are all pitching in to take care of her, be with her, and support her this weekend while we figure out a long-term solution.
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You and your grandma are very lucky to have each other. Best of everything to her and your family as you figure this out. She is lucky to be so well loved.
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