Saturday, March 16, 2024

HE

The hospice nurse and I admitted “Theresa” to hospice this afternoon.  Theresa was diagnosed with cancer just one month ago.  She has chosen no treatment as is aware of possible side- affects that do happen.  Theresa is widowed and has no children.   She shared that her last family member died about three years ago. 

Theresa has lived in the same town for most of her life.  She has many supportive friends who live nearby. To her, realistically, they are her family.  She has such a positive attitude about life. She has always accepted whatever comes her way.  Her strong Christian faith helps her cope.  She knows that “He” is always nearby.  She is such a role model for all of us.


HE

 

She is totally independent;

well able to care for her needs.

She was recently diagnosed with cancer.

She has chosen no treatment at all.

 

She is widowed and has no children.

Her last family member died a while back.

She has many local, supportive friends.

They are definitely her family to her.

 

She has a very positive attitude about life.

She easily receives what comes her way

as has totally accepted her cancer diagnosis.

It is her strong Christian faith that helps her cope.

 

When asking her about any fears or concerns,

she will immediately point her finger toward the sky;

while strongly stating her powerful belief,

                    “He does look out for me”.

 

She is ninety-six years old, but so very young.

She has embraced her life each and every day.

She knows she will be okay no matter what.

                    “He will always take care of me”.

 


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