Today, when I got to the hospital, Mom didn't seem to be as upbeat as she was yesterday.  She told me she didn't have a good night, that she felt nauseous.  She seemed to get better after lunch, though.  And also, after lunch, she took a good shower and washed her hair again which made her feel really nice.  Then it was time for her walk with the physical therapist.

I spent a lot of time on the phone with social security and blue cross blue shield trying to figure out what benefits are available to her.  Mom is supposed to be discharged from the hospital tomorrow and in my opinion, she isn't ready to go home seeing as how there is nothing in place that will help her at home.  Such as a walker to help her walk around, a shower chair, and such items.  There is a lot to think about.......