My wonderful wife has had ALS going on nine years. It was like being hit the head with a large hammer. No one can imagine being diagnosed with ALS out of the blue. She has been bedridden for the last three years which is very labour intensive. And then I lost my 48 year old son back in October. Another hit with the same hammer.
And in all this time of one devastating blow after another, I have yet to hear anyone say what is needed most in this time is a loving heart felt hug from the ones that are closest to you. In almost nine years no one has taken the time not say anything but give a big hug and cry with me.
I stand waiting for the next hammer blow to come that of her death. I can tell you that the strength that keeps me going comes from the ALMIGHTY LORD AND SAVIOR who without I could not continue.
Tell that to people who are taking care of a love one.