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Carol left Dartmouth-Hitchcock at 12:15 today and arrived home at 2:30 pm. Sue said, "She smiled all the way home." Once settled into her home, "Carol held court from her bed." I could hear the satisfaction in Sue's voice and appreciate her image. Currently, Carol and Sue are meeting with the hospice nurse about Carol's medications. Carol is in good pain and symptom control.
Carol has requested that there be "no visitors" the remainder of today and tomorrow, as family are still visiting. "A special aunt" is arriving tomorrow, and Carol wants to reserve the day to be with her.
For those of you who have not seen Carol's lovely new home, it has the feel of a sanctuary. The "cottage" has wooden floors throughout and beautiful light flowing into the living spaces from all directions, including the sky above as there is a skylight in the cathedral ceiling. A wood stove is available for supplemental heat and atmosphere, and there is room for Carol's caregivers Sue and Beth. The grounds surrounding Carol's home are park-like, with gorgeous old trees and the mountains rising up behind the house to the west. While situated in the city, around the corner from the hospital, the house feels like an enchanted cottage in the woods. Bast has room to roam, and was seen crossing the front porch earlier this afternoon. Bast hasn't visited Carol yet, but will probably do so once the commotion has subsided.
Thanks to everyone who visualized Carol's journey home to Bennington. She and her family are very happy to be there now. Sue printed out 90+ messages from you and will continue to convey your well wishes to Carol.
I will speak with Sue later tonight and again tomorrow so that I can keep you posted. I will let you know as soon as I do when Carol is receiving visitors. Thank you for your understanding.
In the meantime, please keep sending Carol your love and appreciation. I will let you know if she has any special requests.
Giving thanks,
Barbara
Carol left Dartmouth-Hitchcock at 12:15 today and arrived home at 2:30 pm. Sue said, "She smiled all the way home." Once settled into her home, "Carol held court from her bed." I could hear the satisfaction in Sue's voice and appreciate her image. Currently, Carol and Sue are meeting with the hospice nurse about Carol's medications. Carol is in good pain and symptom control.
Carol has requested that there be "no visitors" the remainder of today and tomorrow, as family are still visiting. "A special aunt" is arriving tomorrow, and Carol wants to reserve the day to be with her.
For those of you who have not seen Carol's lovely new home, it has the feel of a sanctuary. The "cottage" has wooden floors throughout and beautiful light flowing into the living spaces from all directions, including the sky above as there is a skylight in the cathedral ceiling. A wood stove is available for supplemental heat and atmosphere, and there is room for Carol's caregivers Sue and Beth. The grounds surrounding Carol's home are park-like, with gorgeous old trees and the mountains rising up behind the house to the west. While situated in the city, around the corner from the hospital, the house feels like an enchanted cottage in the woods. Bast has room to roam, and was seen crossing the front porch earlier this afternoon. Bast hasn't visited Carol yet, but will probably do so once the commotion has subsided.
Thanks to everyone who visualized Carol's journey home to Bennington. She and her family are very happy to be there now. Sue printed out 90+ messages from you and will continue to convey your well wishes to Carol.
I will speak with Sue later tonight and again tomorrow so that I can keep you posted. I will let you know as soon as I do when Carol is receiving visitors. Thank you for your understanding.
In the meantime, please keep sending Carol your love and appreciation. I will let you know if she has any special requests.
Giving thanks,
Barbara
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