Self Care is not Selfish

I know that a lot of you have said that these updates are so hard to read.  Many have said that they bring tears.  When I read that it made Tina cry…it took my breath away.  I wondered if I should stop. Tina wants her journey to be documented.  It’s hard to write these posts…hard to read and even harder for Tina to live it.

I think we would all agree that Tina has the right to be selfish at this time.  I really wouldn’t call it that though.  She is trying to put all the energy she has left to get through this. She is strong.  She has carried us all through with her strength and attitude.  Now is the time for us to forget about ourselves and focus completely on Tina.

I got to talk to mom and Tina for a few minutes this morning.  Tina had a headache but sounded relaxed being in the hospital. Mom sounded relieved that she was there getting the care that she needs which helps Tina not have so many anxiety moments.

Carol is flying to Ontario tomorrow.  She will be able to spend lots of time with Tina over the next couple of weeks.

We are STEELE standing.