husband snaps a few photos

while I help thread her sewing machine —

I’m grateful for his thoughtfulness

Mom’s exhausted when we leave,

worn out from our visit —

she tires so easily these days

the cancer, having its way

with her nearly 90-year-old body,

depletes what little remains of her energy

but not quite yet her resolve

at least, not for now

but we’re well aware, that too,

is also coming