MaeLynn is about the same. When I called today, Andrew said, "She's doing okay. Unfortunately, she's not doing anything funny..." He got quite a kick out of some of the things she said and did last week. FORTUNATELY for the rest of us, she's doing about the same as Sunday and Monday. Very tired, but able to talk to us.
I called their house Monday morning and MaeLynn answered and it almost brought tears to my eyes. I was sure I would never hear her normal voice again. The Haldol seems to be doing wonders for her, though. It's the new medication she's taking that helps control delirium. It doesn't affect the cancer or the course that it's taking, but BOY are we glad to have Mae back to herself for the little time she has left.
MaeLynn was really glad to visit with an old college roommate today that she hadn't seen for years. I know I've said this before, but MaeLynn has seen so many friendships rekindled through this trauma, and she's grateful for it. She is always seeing the positive side of this sad story.
Keep praying for her and remember:
"The answer to your prayer may be the face of an old friend, one you have not seen in years but whose needs suddenly come into your mind and heart and feel as if they are your own. Old friends have reached out to me across the miles and the years to offer encouragement when only God could have told them of my burden." ---Henry B. Eyring
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ReplyDeleteIf you are offended by this post then you don't know Maelynn very well, because that is exactly how she would have put it. The author of this blog is doing the best she can to write about something that is so hard for everyone of us to deal with. I was more offended by your remarks to the author than anything she has ever written. These kind of negative comments do not need to be made. This is neither the time or the place to be attacking the author. To the author, thank you for keeping this blog going. I appreciate you taking this task on and know that it can not be an easy thing for you to do. Thank again.
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ReplyDeleteTo the author, most EVERYONE supports you. I applaud your efforts.
ReplyDeleteThe fact is you can't please everyone, and life is uncomfortable sometimes, and we all must learn to deal.
Its a good thing you know Maeday better than most, from your many years living with her through college.
I can't imagine how hard it would be to do what your doing, I know she is your best friend, we support you, we support Andy, we support Mae.
Please keep the updates coming with good ole Maeday flare.
My opinion ( which is shared by many others) has been expressed and that was my only intention. To let you, the author, know how some things have been perceived. It was NOT intended to start a big debate on the blog. Since our feelings have now been shared I see no purpose in leaving it up to just keep the debate going, so I will remove it. However, if you would like to speak to me directly, feel free to contact me. Lezlie_s@hotmail.com
ReplyDeleteI'm a visitor here certainly so pardon my intrusion. However, I feel inclined to point out that each of you deal with stress differently. Some will need humor and joy to be their outlet, some will need to quietly reflect on it by themselves. Mind yourself to take the time to consider the other person's possible viewpoint before you choose to take offense. It is a choice after all.
ReplyDeleteMyself, I find MaeLynn's struggle to be an inspiration. Her family has come closer together and to their Heavenly Father. Should it be her time to transition from this life to the next it will surely be something to celebrate more than mourn.
I can't help but see that the effects of the Haldol are a great blessing to everyone close to MaeLynn.
I, too, find the title to be in poor taste. Maelynn may approach the situation with a similar sense of humor, but she is the ONLY one who has a right to. We all need to be able to laugh and find humor in situations where appropriate, but let's not make jokes where they shouldn't be. Maelynn's life is something to be celebrated and rejoiced in. She is an amazing woman who is leaving behind beautiful, innocent children. Let's respect her existence for their sake.
ReplyDeleteThank you for all your efforts Laura. I really appreciate them. I liked the blog title, after visiting Mae last Thursday, one of her worst days. I feel like it was something she would have said too. Laura you are awesome, you have been one of Mae's best friends her entire life. You introduced her to Andrew, you married Andrews best friend. I think you know her much better than others. I hope the ones on this blog who think they can do a better job, but can't should mind their own business!!
ReplyDeleteLaura, I'm so sorry someone criticized you about this post. MaeLynn has a wonderful sense of humor and loves to laugh... I can hear it in my head now. She totally would have titled this post that if she were able. Please, please, please don't let one persons opinion stop you from updating this blog. I'm sure it's not easy for you even without the criticism, but please know that the majority of us are incredibly grateful for you updates!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for keeping us updated Laura. It really helps those of us who are so far away. We love you Mae and are praying for you and your family everyday.
ReplyDeleteI'm late catching this post, but I'm a little lost. Though I obviously missed the first responder's comment, I'm kind of at a loss. Clearly we have someone who loves our Mae so much she is willing to speak up when she feels like Maelynn might not be getting the respect she deserves. Is this really such a bad thing? "you're offensive" "mind your own business"...? I for one am glad that Maelynn has people who care about her so much, (though it's not surprising. This IS Maelynn that we are talking about.) Though some might not agree that the title might be seen as inappropriate, everyone is entitled to their own opinions and shouldn't be bashed for them. We all grieve differently, and we all love Mae SO much. I know Maelynn, and she DOES have a great sense of humor, but SHE'S the one fighting this cancer. She and Andy are entitled to laugh about it. I'm not quite sure that anyone else has that right. The title could have easily been "Still Fighting"... We don't necessarily need to make light of a dark situation.
ReplyDeleteI know no one wants Laura to get discouraged and give up on the blog. A lot of people rely on it and appreciate her efforts. Maybe a little more thought COULD be put into posts before submitting, if for no other reason than to make everyone feel comfortable, though. I'm assuming that that is part of the reason for the blog in the first place... To keep people informed of Mae's condition and to help everyone feel comfortable with her situation.