Weekend With An M.S.A. Patient, My Brother

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Posted on October 13, 2013 by Who I am

Al has definitely not been himself yesterday and today. After the nurse came Friday night and did her thing with helping Al use the bathroom he has changed. He can’t stand at all. He stayed in bed all day yesterday, except for a couple of hours. Today was a repeat of yesterday. He did get up for supper because we had company all day, I was shocked he didn’t want to come out. It was my grandson’s birthday. So we smoked a delicious turkey. My son used his leaf sweeper and picked up my leaves. I fixed all the trimmings for supper.

Al ate no lunch and when he did come out for supper he ate better but he wept most of the time. He said he had no reason why he was crying. After they left for home, Al wanted back in bed, so I had taken quite a few photos so I thought I may as well show them to you instead of sitting here in the silence while he sleeps again. I did put up the Christmas Tree for Al. He said he liked it but he wept harder.

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Natasha on October 13, 2013 at 9:15 pm said:

I like the photos of Al and the cat.

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- Terry on October 13, 2013 at 9:24 pm said:
  
  that cat will not leave his side and when I go in to change Al, the cat hisses at me to get a way. he has never acted this way before
  
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  - Natasha on October 13, 2013 at 9:38 pm said:
    
    I’m sure that Al is happy to have the cat by his side.
    
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  - Terry on October 13, 2013 at 9:46 pm said:
    
    I think they bring comfort to each other
    
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utesmile on October 14, 2013 at 1:56 am said:

So glad you have this beautiful Christmas tree, and I expected Al to cry over it. I would have too. Al seems to get weaker so good he has the cat with him. Your turkey looks delicious and the fun outside with the leaves looks great. And that cake…. you need to come to my next birthday. 🙂

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- Terry on October 14, 2013 at 6:26 pm said:
  
  thanks Ute, several of the ornaments are Moms and others I bought because they look like the old ones I used to see when I was a kid. You know Al better than me because I was shocked he cried. I love Birthday cake so let me know when there is one at your place!!!!
  
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Al on October 14, 2013 at 2:08 am said:

Thank you for sharing these with us. I think the cat wants to spend all of his time with Al and is worried about him going so he is telling everyone to leave. Does he just hiss when there is only Al in there?

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- Terry on October 14, 2013 at 6:27 pm said:
  
  yes, only when Al is in the room, this is the only time. you think he senses something is wrong?
  
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  - Al on October 14, 2013 at 6:29 pm said:
    
    Yeah I do. Cats have this ability to see and sense what we don’t.
    
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  - Terry on October 14, 2013 at 6:58 pm said:
    
    I sort of wondered
    
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whisperingleavesblog on October 14, 2013 at 3:38 am said:

Courage mon ami,🌹

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- Terry on October 14, 2013 at 6:27 pm said:
  
  thanks so much dear friend. love having your friendship
  
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Vickie Fulford on October 14, 2013 at 5:33 am said:

Bless your heart sweet Terry.You work so hard for your family. You should have a great big reward waiting for you in heaven one day! I love that Al and the cat have bonded so well. They obviously fulfill needs in one another. 🙂 What year did Al graduate from high school. I graduated from WCHS in 1973. Love you.

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- Terry on October 14, 2013 at 9:18 am said:
  
  1975 and thank you Vickie. Every time I see your name, I always think I know her, I know that lady
  
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sharechair on October 14, 2013 at 7:30 am said:

You were so busy! Look at that turkey! That cake! wow. You are amazing.

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- Terry on October 14, 2013 at 9:17 am said:
  
  thanks, it was a busy day, but fun for the most part
  
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granonine on October 14, 2013 at 8:09 am said:

Wonderful memories.

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- Terry on October 14, 2013 at 9:17 am said:
  
  thanks my friend
  
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brianwilliamsen on October 14, 2013 at 9:36 am said:

So sweet of you to put up the Christmas tree. I’m sure he loved it, Terry…along with everything else. Glad you got to cherish some amazing moments with your brother. Hugs.

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- Terry on October 14, 2013 at 6:28 pm said:
  
  it was nice but I was so surprised that Al cried
  
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  - brianwilliamsen on October 14, 2013 at 6:30 pm said:
    
    I am sure it’s not easy to see him cry. So sorry to hear that he seemed sad or distressed, Terry.
    
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  - Terry on October 14, 2013 at 6:57 pm said:
    
    I never get used to all the tears, but you think I would. it is part of the illness
    
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Patty B on October 14, 2013 at 10:56 am said:

Hugs….

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- Terry on October 14, 2013 at 6:28 pm said:
  
  Hi Patty, hope you had a good day
  
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viveka on October 14, 2013 at 11:01 am said:

Love touch with the Christmas tree … very thoughtful of you … because it makes Al feel good and if that means to have the Christmas tree up the whole year, right move. Great gallery of from your weekend … Rino is truly giving Al love and comfort, and it’s both ways. Lovely photos of them both.

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- Terry on October 14, 2013 at 6:29 pm said:
  
  they sure are good friends, Al and Rhino. I think I feel left out!!! LOL
  
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  - viveka on October 15, 2013 at 2:13 am said:
    
    Terry, the thing is that Rhino knows/feels that Al needs him just now.
    
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writerwannabe763 on October 14, 2013 at 1:19 pm said:

It is probably the progression and while he was sad this day, we can hope he has some days ahead of joy and contentment… and it is good that the cat is a companion. I really believe animals help us when we are sick…. It’s tough watching him like this so I hope and pray for strength for you Diane

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- Terry on October 14, 2013 at 6:30 pm said:
  
  thanks Diane. I hate the bad days and they seem to be creeping in a little more often squeezing those good days out. I always appreciate your prayers and friendship Diane
  
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tersiaburger on October 14, 2013 at 1:37 pm said:

Wonderful day filled with memories

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- Terry on October 14, 2013 at 6:31 pm said:
  
  I love days like this and wish for more!!! hugs Tersia. Do you think Rhino suspects Al is ill?
  
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babyjill7...Marilyn Griffin on October 14, 2013 at 4:04 pm said:

smoked turkey and all of the fixings…yum!…Al is just tired Terry…I do like that you have given him an early Christmas with the tree…where he can enjoy…It doesn’t surprise me with the cat…I’ve seen this before… He senses what Al is going through for sure…pure love!

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- Terry on October 14, 2013 at 6:31 pm said:
  
  they are good for each other. I feel pushed to the side! LOL
  
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e1aine on October 14, 2013 at 4:19 pm said:

Such a beautiful tree – well worth putting up early. I’ve seen someone else has decorated their window with reindeer near me so you are not the only early bird. I think it’s wonderful you did this and I’m glad you had a great weekend.

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- Terry on October 14, 2013 at 6:32 pm said:
  
  thanks Elaine. I figured I was the only one in the world that put up Christmas early!!! good to know I am not alone in this
  
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Carol Dutcher on October 14, 2013 at 8:09 pm said:

you have a good son, Terry 🙂

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- Terry on October 14, 2013 at 10:01 pm said:
  
  HI Carol. I have pretty good kids, three of them! thanks so much for a nice comment
  
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I HAVE A VOICE on October 15, 2013 at 1:37 am said:

Terry dear~ I feel this hymn was written for you…

http://www.whosdatedwho.com/tpx_6326542/paul-cardall/tpx_23180365

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- Terry on October 15, 2013 at 9:26 am said:
  
  I watched with interest but could not understand the words.
  
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I HAVE A VOICE on October 15, 2013 at 1:40 am said:

Lyrics

1. A poor, wayfaring Man of grief

Hath often crossed me on my way,

Who sued so humbly for relief

That I could never answer nay.

I had not pow’r to ask his name,

Whereto he went, or whence he came;

Yet there was something in his eye

That won my love; I knew not why.

2. Once, when my scanty meal was spread,

He entered; not a word he spake,

Just perishing for want of bread.

I gave him all; he blessed it, brake,

And ate, but gave me part again.

Mine was an angel’s portion then,

For while I fed with eager haste,

The crust was manna to my taste.

3. I spied him where a fountain burst

Clear from the rock; his strength was gone.

The heedless water mocked his thirst;

He heard it, saw it hurrying on.

I ran and raised the suff’rer up;

Thrice from the stream he drained my cup,

Dipped and returned it running o’er;

I drank and never thirsted more.

4. ‘Twas night; the floods were out; it blew

A winter hurricane aloof.

I heard his voice abroad and flew

To bid him welcome to my roof.

I warmed and clothed and cheered my guest

And laid him on my couch to rest,

Then made the earth my bed and seemed

In Eden’s garden while I dreamed.

5. Stript, wounded, beaten nigh to death,

I found him by the highway side.

I roused his pulse, brought back his breath,

Revived his spirit, and supplied

Wine, oil, refreshment–he was healed.

I had myself a wound concealed,

But from that hour forgot the smart,

And peace bound up my broken heart.

6. In pris’n I saw him next, condemned

To meet a traitor’s doom at morn.

The tide of lying tongues I stemmed,

And honored him ‘mid shame and scorn.

My friendship’s utmost zeal to try,

He asked if I for him would die.

The flesh was weak; my blood ran chill,

But my free spirit cried, “I will!”

7. Then in a moment to my view

The stranger started from disguise.

The tokens in his hands I knew;

The Savior stood before mine eyes.

He spake, and my poor name he named,

“Of me thou hast not been ashamed.

These deeds shall thy memorial be;

Fear not, thou didst them unto me.”

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- Terry on October 15, 2013 at 9:29 am said:
  
  Now I see the words. They match perfect to what I viewed and felt. This is a beautiful song with strong feelings. Thank you so much Debbie for letting me see this. I loved it
  
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Planting Potatoes on October 15, 2013 at 11:12 am said:

thank you so much for sharing a little of your world with us Terry!

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- Terry on October 15, 2013 at 11:43 am said:
  
  you are so welcome Planting Potatoes, I really don’t do much but I love to have you in my life
  
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Yoshiko on January 3, 2014 at 7:52 am said:

Hugs

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