Chapter 95

Blue

The three of us enjoy pizza at the table in our brand-new dining room. Lilly is shy but answers most of our basic questions to get to know her better. By the time we’re done eating she looks exhausted so I help her get ready for bed. She shows me how I can help her, and I pay close attention. I want to be sure to help her as much as she will let me. It kills me to see her struggle to do such small things that most of us see as easy. For years she’s basically taken care of herself, and I understand but I wish I could do more to help her.

Still I know I can’t push her, so I will let her tell me when she wants me to step in and help her. It ends up that she needs help being moved to the bed, but she is able to change into her pajamas as soon as she’s settled. Brushing her teeth was a little bit of an odd thing, but it’s because the counter isn’t wheelchair friendly. That’s going to need fixing soon.

“Good night Lilly. If you need anything don’t be afraid to call us o