Tuesday afternoon

Well, mom finally fell asleep, poor thing. I much prefer her sleeping...feel as if she doesn't realize all that's happening as much this way. She's still biting down on the sponge we use to wet her mouth, so she's still "with" us...just not fully...she's ready for heaven. The guitar playing this am went well...I even made it through a few songs with Dave! He's much, much better, and that's ok. [for now! gotta love sibling competition!! =)]

This afternoon Dave and I fell asleep with each of us on one side of mom's bed, our heads resting on the bed, holding onto one of her hands. She seems to be somewhat calm...highly doubt she's comfortable...but at least she's not awake and looking scared like she was earlier today. Neither of us can leave her side...just want to help her so much. Her heartbeat is still steady, though not as strong as yesterday [says Arlene]. Oh, for mom's sake, how I hope this doesn't keep lingering. That's all for now...