Departure of a Dear Friend
Saturday, 23. February 2008, 02:20:30
For the past two years and two months, I have been working as a nurse's aide with a dear lady who had a severe lung condition. She needed oxygen 24 hours per day, as well as medications to keep her lungs working.
Right away, I knew I would like her. Despite being short of breath after walking short distances, with a walker; the first day I came, she showed me what needed to be done in her home. I especially liked to cook meals for her, often sharing the meal with her. She appreciated good food, and we both had similar tastes, which led to many delicious meals together.
We had many interesting, enlightening, and humorous conversations. I learned how to manage my time better working for her, and to put her wishes first, even when I didn't agree with something she wanted. No matter how much pain or discomfort she was in, she never failed to ask about my day and my family's well-being. We enjoyed simple pleasures like doing puzzles and playing Scrabble.
My dear friend passed away today, February 22, 2008. I wasn't present at the time of her death, but spoke to the caregiver that was with her then. Her last hours were peaceful and devoid of physical anguish. For that, I am thankful.
I will truly miss this wonderful patient, who was also a companion, and like a dear aunt to me.
My prayers go out to the many friends who were in her life; calling, visiting, bringing treats and flowers. I enjoyed getting to know these special people as well.
Blessings,
Gwen
Right away, I knew I would like her. Despite being short of breath after walking short distances, with a walker; the first day I came, she showed me what needed to be done in her home. I especially liked to cook meals for her, often sharing the meal with her. She appreciated good food, and we both had similar tastes, which led to many delicious meals together.
We had many interesting, enlightening, and humorous conversations. I learned how to manage my time better working for her, and to put her wishes first, even when I didn't agree with something she wanted. No matter how much pain or discomfort she was in, she never failed to ask about my day and my family's well-being. We enjoyed simple pleasures like doing puzzles and playing Scrabble.
My dear friend passed away today, February 22, 2008. I wasn't present at the time of her death, but spoke to the caregiver that was with her then. Her last hours were peaceful and devoid of physical anguish. For that, I am thankful.
I will truly miss this wonderful patient, who was also a companion, and like a dear aunt to me.
My prayers go out to the many friends who were in her life; calling, visiting, bringing treats and flowers. I enjoyed getting to know these special people as well.
Blessings,
Gwen
You must be logged in to write a comment. if you're not a registered member, please 
