COMING TOGETHER--9

Now it is afternoon. Mom is feeling much better. Evidently the meat loaf or the chocolate has really helped her. I saw her with a straighter back this afternoon. She is encouraged by this just as I am. She is staying awake all day now and I like that very much. This has turned into a good day for both of us.

How did this happen? I think when she sleeps her heart rate gets so slow, parts of her brain shut down for the night. That makes her feel depressed and wonder why she even wants to live. When her blood circlulates, then the chemical balance in her brain brings every part of her to life, and she feels fine.

The same chemistry which gives her a remarkable memory betrays her. The only remedy for her is to get up and get moving. And we will have to go through this every day.