So my mom is having back surgery on Dec. 22, and it is now officially my job to take her to her surgery (in Portland, about 3 hrs from where she lives) and be with her, etc. She'll be in the hospital at least one night and maybe two. I feel...old. Seems like a huge responsibility. Obviously I'm happy to do it, but I'm scared, too. And I wonder about the protocal--do I need to stay at the hospital the whole time she's there, or should I make some time to see some Portland folks while I'm up there? What is she going to need from me? Will the weather be OK for the drive? Can I handle this?
Jesus, I'm 24 years old. I sound like I'm 12.