Ok, I was taking it personally. Every time I saw Laurence’s doctor he voiced his concern about taking care of Laurence at home by myself and asked if I had found a skilled nursing facility for him. And every time I assured him that I was going to bring Laurence home and that we had a large network of friends and family that will help me care for him. I’ve been working with Laurence’s therapists, nurses and staff to plan the resources needed for Laurence to be safe at home. And yet, he asked again and again.

I was in a meeting this week with his doctors and staff members to finalize a plan for his discharge early next week. At the end of our meeting his doctor acknowledged the love, willingness and courage to care for Laurence at home. He said that most families come to him and ask him to find a place for their loved ones because they don’t have the resources. He was moved by the love that surrounded us.

The doctor was looking out for me. He wasn’t judging but preparing himself for what I would be needing. Isn’t it great how God uses everyone to show us how blessed and guided we are?

Laurence’s discharge plans are postponed for right now as he is fighting a new infection. But Laurence continues to minister to everyone that is connected with him and remind us that underneath the appearances of the world is love. Love is all there is. Praise God.