Inside My Heart

It definitely has been awhile since I have sat down and put words to my thoughts.  These past 6 weeks have been quite full!  My father-in-law is definitely doing much better.  Back in December he was having a hard time walking, well, more like a general weakness in his lower body.  It just continued to get worse, so we ended up in the emergency room after several falls at home.  He was diagnosed with a urinary tract infection, high blood pressure from not taking his medication properly, along with taking too much Vicodin.  He ended up in a rehabilitation hospital for about three weeks trying to get his blood pressure back in control and working on building more strength in his legs.  He is now home and doing much better.  His dementia makes things pretty dificult for the family, but everyone has stepped up and is doing their share. And we are now on a new journey!

One  thing that has really spoken to me through this journey is how blessed I am to have such amazing in-laws.  I am often asked why I would do what I do for my father-in-law, or how do I keep going?  I have had many a conversation with my husband, and have to say, I am blessed to be able to care for him.  I would have to say, the absolute number one thing that I have gotten from this man is unconditional love!  My in-laws have always been proud of who I am as a person, a daughter-in-law, a wife and mom. I have never felt that I have had to perform or be someone I am not to them.  I wholeheartedly know without a doubt that they are truly proud of me for who I am.  I have not done anything special to earn their love and respect.  They have truly shown it to me.  I absolutely love being in their home.  I always feel at home and can settle in and truly know it is where I belong.  And for that, I am truly grateful!  And so to answer the question of why I choose to do what I do and how I keep doing, how could you not do for someone who truly needs you and loves you and appreciates seeing you there with him and continue on this journey...only God gives us what we need and desire, and for now, I am proud to be the daughter-in-law that God has called me to.