07/28/2026
Over the past week, I’ve come closer than ever to losing my mom.
An untreated UTI led to sepsis, dangerously high blood sugar, severe dehydration, aspiration pneumonia, and a stay in the ICU. We were told she likely wouldn’t survive and that the high-flow oxygen was the only thing keeping her alive. Monday was supposed to be the day we transitioned her to comfort care.
Every time she was awake, I whispered, “Mom, you have to cough. You can do this.”
On Sunday, she finally did and her lungs started clearing.
Since then, she’s gone from 100% high-flow oxygen to just 2 litres of regular oxygen. She’s sat up in a chair, and is now strong enough for a feeding tube to help her continue fighting.
There is still a long road ahead, but today there is hope.
Thank you to everyone who has prayed for my mom. Thank you to my colleague, Larissa, for taking care of my clients while I stayed where I needed to be. And thank you to my clients for your patience and understanding.
This experience has reminded me of one simple truth:
Go hug your loved ones. Tell them you love them. Be present. Tomorrow is never promised, and life can change in an instant. ❤️
