Some improvement over the past few days...she's still weak but eating a little better and trying to drink more fluids. Pilar came on Thursday for mom's shower, which made her feel refreshed and the chaplain came on Friday for a visit. She told mom of our plan on her going into respite care while Mike and I were away and she was okay with that. I checked out the facility they selected and it's really nice. It's a multi-service facility that offers independent living through respite care and that have activities planned for mom to get involved with. We'll get more logistics on Monday. She'll be there from Wednesday through Sunday.
The effects of chemo haven't completely subsided as of yet, her hair is falling out, much to her dismay. I assured her that once the chemicals are out of her system, it should start growing back. We were going to set her hair yesterday, but decided to wait until later...don't want to take the chance of having more fall out.
Dad was able to get her out yesterday for a short drive to the store. She sat in the car while he went in to get a few items, bu at least she got some fresh air. We're planning on spending some time on our patio now that the weather has improved and temperatures increased to the upper 70's.
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