Orneriness to a Smile

When I came in to see Grandma today, she was just finishing being showered. When she came out, I asked her how she was, and she said she was feeling ornery. Her brother Paul passed on today (or last night); this was the reason.

But throughout the visit Grandma did positive things. The aide who helped her shower was new, and Grandma told her that she did a fantastic job - that she was one of the best ones. When I clipped her toenails (at her request) she was very appreciative. Her skin was so soft and nice from the shower! In fact, once we got her into bed, she looked so cozy and warm that I just had to take a picture! (Pardon the wet hair.)

We chatted. When her toes were finished, she was sleepy and ready to nap. She just needed chocolate. Thin Mints were the only chocolate to be found, so she enjoyed two cookies and gave me two to enjoy too. (I couldn't resist.) When I left, she was smiling.