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A Day in The Life

8/20/2014

 
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As the sun hits the window, I'm stirred awake.
 I want to sleep a tad more, but there's none to take. 

 I tiptoe past his bed, he's as still as can be. 
I only need a few minutes to concentrate on me. 

 Most days those moments may be a minute or two, 
I take what I can get before I start my to-dos.

 I sip my coffee, and pet the pup.
 He clears his throat, he's waking up.

 I'm greeted with a smile, and "I Love You, Swede!" 
"Thank You for being my partner, and fulfilling my needs."

 His shoulders ache, his eyes sting and burn.
 I gently wipe them with a tissue, I don't want them to hurt. 

We allot three hours to get ready for our day.
We choose to do it together, we wouldn't have it any other way.

Most days by noon we are off to Sci-Fit.
 It's part of our routine, because he'll never quit.

It takes approximately an hour to get to Rehab.
We pack in a lot of talking, it's never a drag. 

The therapists encourage him to give it his all, 
and over the past year, they've helped him stand tall.

 It's never easy, but he lets down his guard.
 They stretch him to his limits, they push him real hard.

 After each session we drive through McDonald's and get our Frappe's
 It's something we look forward to, cuz it makes us happe'!

 Due to commuter traffic, the drive home takes much longer.
 Yet it's the time we have fun, and are silly...it's made our marriage stronger. 

We spend our evenings watching TV and getting real snug,
and when the kids sign off for bed we still give them a kiss and a hug.
 
 I wrap up the day's chores with a ritual of getting Vaughn comfortable in bed.
 It takes four pillows including the one for his head.

 I push our beds together at the end of the night.
 I kiss his sweet head and thank him for fighting the fight. 

 Although we have our challenges as most people do, 
I tell him before the lights go off, "I only want to be with You." 
~Denise Stephens




Sandy Hernandez
8/20/2014 02:19:51 am

Once again, you astonish me. And may I just say that your "few minutes to you" look beautiful. Beautifully expressed. Emotionally received. <3

Denise
8/20/2014 12:04:03 pm

Thanks Sandy, for always saying kind words. It makes me feel good that you express to me your appreciation, and thank you for taking the time to read the blog! XXOO

Krista
8/20/2014 03:47:09 am

Brought tears to my eyes. I wish the best for you both and continued strength and love.

Denise
8/20/2014 12:04:58 pm

Thanks Krista, I really appreciate it. I think of you always!! XXOO

Shelley Wells
8/20/2014 05:22:11 am

Beautiful.

Denise
8/20/2014 12:06:41 pm

Thanks Shelley :-)

Arash
8/20/2014 09:35:19 am

Heartwarming, honest and so genuine. Thank you for sharing Denise. You had me in tears at the end. You two can tackle this massive challenge because you have each other. Best to you -AB

Denise
8/20/2014 12:10:12 pm

Thanks Arash. Your sweet words mean a lot to me, because I value your thoughts and your perspective on things. Wish I would have been able to say "Happy Birthday" in person today, but I had a doc appt. I hope this year will bring you much joy and happiness.
XXOO

Rosy
8/20/2014 02:00:21 pm

Just beautiful!

Denise
8/20/2014 03:04:26 pm

Thank you sweet friend! Miss seeing you in person :-)

Katy
8/21/2014 12:27:26 am

I love you took a couple stories you told me last week and made them into a beautiful poem......you are both my heroes!
Love you lots!

Denise
8/21/2014 11:20:41 am

Thanks Katy. You've been the insoiration for a lot of how and what I write. Thanks for always being that shoulder for me :-)

Renee
8/24/2014 08:02:23 am

That was beautiful Neecee! You and Vaughn or an inspiration to us all. That damn mascara is running down my face again! :-) Love you!

Denise
8/27/2014 04:41:54 am

Awww...well I know what to get you for your stocking this year :-)
Love Ya!


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      I'm the proud mother of two wonderful children, and the loving wife & caregiver of my husband, who suffered a catastrophic spinal cord injury during an ocean accident 10 years ago. I want to share our story and the profound impact it's had on our lives. I hope you will find my entries/blogs interesting, thought-provoking, and perhaps helpful should tragedy or hard-times every strike. 


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