Nothing but Peace

As I look back over the posts that Kara and I have been writing over the last few weeks, I have noticed a common theme; that of peace. I cannot begin to tell you how profoundly this priniciple has been impressed upon our being. Allow me to share how prominant a virtue this has been in our lives. Peace was what mom felt when she heard of her diagnosis. During numerous conversations that were had during the course of her journey, peace was her greatest desire and was her most frequent request in her prayers on behalf of we, her children and most importantly, dad. Over the course of her almost continuous 18 months of chemo treatments she was able to live her life to the fullest and continue to bring comfort and peace to those around her instead of us comforting her. On so many occasions as I would receive a phone call from people who were distraught over having heard of mom's news, I would tell them to call her. I would tell them of the comfort they would find in the peace she would share. They would see she was still they same person who was forever the loving, caring, compassionate lady she had always been. They would always relate to me having felt so much better having spoken to her after their conversation. Amazing how we continued to draw strength from her, even through her trial. And last but not least, the peace she has upon her face and throughout her very body as she rests comfortably. I cannot begin to describe the solace we find, as we keep a bedside vigil, in the calm expression upon her face. She truly has an angelic countenance.

We have continued to be in awe of the comments nurses, doctors and visitors have made about how comfortable she remains. We take great comfort in her constant tranquility. Please note that we have been posting photos of mom throughout the past few years that she may be remembered by her beautiful smile and vivacious personality. We will not post any current photos as her present condition does not depict her as the person we all know and love.