Jennifer’s Journal

Goodbye

Goodbye

Beautiful, sunny, warm. The sky was blue, the clouds were scattered and white. The sun was on her face and … Read More “Goodbye”

Fleeting

Fleeting

Oh not because happiness exists, • that too-hasty profit snatched from approaching loss. But because truly being here is so … Read More “Fleeting”

Amazing

Amazing

Jen is amazing. Since we came home a week ago, her hospice doctor and nurses have been preparing us for … Read More “Amazing”

Fight

Fight

Jen is resting quietly. Her vitals are in decline, but her fight is strong.

Moments

Moments

Jen is not eating, and drinks very little. She sleeps deeply at night and comfortably in the daytime. When she … Read More “Moments”

Hospice

Hospice

Jen is home. Despite an early hiccup, her hospice care is in place, her nurses are taking very good care … Read More “Hospice”

Home

Home

Jen and I hope to be home today. If all goes as planned, we should arrive sometime this afternoon. Ever … Read More “Home”