As you all probably know by now we lost Martha on October 27th to liver cancer.  She was diagnosed on Oct. 2nd.  I arrived at work in the ED and my coworkers pointed me toward her room.  She had had some RUQ abdominal pain and felt she was probably having a gall bladder attack. (after reading her Merck Manual).  Unfortunately the ultrasound showed something unusual in her liver and the CT verified that she had liver cancer.

This post will be dedicated to her and her amazing strength and fortitude.  She was one of the strongest and kindest people I have ever known.  She was an amazing mother, mother-in law and grandmother.  She never complained, never wanted to interfere in her children's lives.  She truly was interested in each and every aspect of all her kids and grandkids lives.  I am so glad we were able to allow her to stay home for the end of her life.  We had so many talks and shared conversations that really were special.  She was very happy to hear her family talking and laughing together while sharing a meal at her home.  I am grateful for being able to care for her at the end of her life along with all her family.  Her family meant everything to her.  

Rest in peace "Grammy"

 We love you and miss you.  Thanksgiving and Christmas won't be the same.  Who will make the gravy??  (I'll try, you taught me well)  So often I think I'll stop by and visit with you....it's not the same.  Miss you lots!

The proud Grammy!

Molly and Grammy showing off her successful show day

Grammy as a little girl with Jim ?Beryl

Grammy and Van (Henry)(her father)

The original bell at the camp.

Grammy and her catch.

Grammy and ?

The camp

Not sure who all these people are.

Grammy, her dog Greta and Henry

Henry

Martha and a gar fish

Martha, Her mom, dad and younger brother paul

Martha

Martha

John, Carol, Tom and Jeff at Aunt Margaret's camp "Craigie Lea"