There are some new pictures added to the album for Pat's 50th BD thanks to Maureen and Theresa has donated a few to Lane's baptism.
Pat and I spent all day yesterday at mom and dad's getting them set up with the hospice nurse and doctor.
At one point the nurse asked about :
depression
anxiety
moodiness
I answered "yes" to all before I realized she was actually inquiring about dad's status and not mine. Dad answered no, so no shock he is doing better than me.
While it can't be described as a good day, I think Pat and I walked away feeling that mom and dad are in the hands of very experienced and caring individuals. They reiterated over and over that dad should eat whatever he wants as this is no time to be worried about high sodium or high cholesteral; he was even encouraged to have a couple of beers. Pat, however, insisted he not salt his bacon like he did when we were kids.
The doc also encouraged him to get out and about and do whatever he wants and feels capable of. Dad has definitely slowed down and is unsteady but is okay when using his walker.
We left him with a fish and chip dinner and a Budweiser.
Anne
Hi all,
ReplyDeleteMum just told me about the blog,, mum is Aunt Jenny, dad is Uncle Sonny... Mum was talking to Aunt Sheila today & Uncle John gave her the addy for the blog so I can keep up and let them know.
I hope Uncle Jackie is doing ok, well as best as he can be & Aunt Nan is holding up :-)
my email address is iis4u1@yahoo.com I created a gmail account because I wanted to let you all know we are thinking about you, and you're in our prayers
love you
Marjorie