Dad:

My dad has been a champion these last few months. He has stayed right by my mom's side. Now that she is in the hospital bed, he sits beside her and holds her hand and runs his fingers through her hair. He helps with giving meds and he just pleads with mom to open her mouth, then to swallow. He's been so tender and loving with her. They've been together for over 50 years and I know without a doubt that my parents love each other. I know that dad always thought he'd go first and didn't count on mom going first but he has and is handling this change in their lives very gracefully. Love you dad.