Saturday, October 3, 2009

harp music for Emma

Hi Shenna,

Thank you so much for your feedback.  I saw Elizabeth today and she was so grateful for the opportunity to play for your mother.  She commented repeatedly on what a peaceful presence your mother has. 

I will be pleased to come Sunday evening.  Would you like to call me that day after family leaves, and set up a time?  I'm completely flexible that evening.  Our prayers are with you.

 

Aileen

 

 

Aileen - I know Mom loved having you come on Sunday!  She mentioned that several times.

 

Thank you for asking your friend - Elizabeth - to come by yesterday to play for Mom.  She came during a time when Mom was feeling agitated about wondering when she was going to be home.  During the harp playing, Mom relaxed and fell asleep soundly for a while - she needed that then.  When she woke - she felt bad about falling asleep during the music and I assured her that Elizabeth understood and was pleased that her music had been so calming for Mom.  It was perfect timing! Please share that with Elizabeth.

 

The family will be in town today to spend time with Mom.  We are going to TRY to keep things calm - but that will be a challenge!  Most of the family will leave by Sunday afternoon.  Perhaps you could come by sometime Sunday evening to play for Mom?  I'm sure the beautiful, relaxing music will be welcomed by all that are still there! 

 

thank you so much for your friendship to Mom and this beautiful service!

 

Shenna Mealey

Hi Shenna,

I am a member of your Mom's ward, and have been blessed by her talents and your father's.  I went to the hospital on Sunday and played the harp for her.  (I am a Certified Music Practitioner & play regularly for Kaiser patients in Roseville.)  She seemed to really relax with the music, and I hope it helped.  I would love to come often if it would help her.  I am most available in the evenings, though there are other times I could come.  The music would be for therapy purposes, not entertainment or background while others are visiting, and would probably be most useful if she has pain, anxiety, or other physical discomfort.  Sometimes it is very helpful at night at bedtime.  Sometimes it is as much for the caregivers as for the patient.

 

Please let me know if I can help. 

 

Aileen Kelley

 

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