It takes a village

Thanks to Lori and Patricia who relieved Kelli and I last night. I am so glad to hear dad had a restful night.

Poor Trish was here all night with me Monday, been running around trying to keep us all straight and taken care of. She is an angel - our angel.  More worried about us and what she can do for us. Blessings come in strange ways - Patricia not having a job and being available to sit with dad when we needed her to was a huge blessing! She has always been willing to be there when needed.

Lori arrived yesterday and has been by dad's side ever since. Although she hasn't been close in distance we have known she was close in heart.

Kelli has been a huge part of dad's care for the past 3 years.  We are all indebted to her for always being there for dad and taking such good care of him. Kelli took on a lot over the years to fill in for all of us.

Jill and John have also helped out over the years - thank you!  Mitch - you are amazing; thank you for all your support you have given dad over all these years. Thanks for being there when we couldn't.  Thanks to everyone else for all your love and support in this difficult time in our lives.

As we all gather this afternoon, as a family, we be leaning on each other and saying our good-byes.