There's no place like home!

We made it - finally! Again, it was an ALL day ordeal, but Mom made it home around 7:00 p.m. last night (30th). Of course it took a little bit to get organized and settled, but Frances took control and had Mom settled and on a schedule before bedtime.
After an amazingly good night's sleep, Mom got showered (the first in 14 days!!!) and was WALKING AROUND THE HOUSE, WINDING HER CLOCKS!!! Then she sat at the kitchen table and got caught up on her mail and magazines. That pretty much wore her out, but you could tell by the smile on her face that it was worth it!
She had family visiting today, as well as the home health nurse (who was completely amazed by Frances and her efficiency at taking care of Mom), and some of Frances' family: Mom, Dad, and her 1 year old son, Edward. All the visits - and the getting caught up on two weeks' worth of soap opera episodes, was a full day for Mom. But all-in-all, her coughing is less and her energy is more. Unfortunately, her pain is more also, but so far the pain medication is keeping that manageable so she is enjoying life more. It really was a wonderful day for Mom today.