This is a quick blog, before vacuuming and shovelling and making custards--( A woman's work is never done!)--First of all, I appreciate ALL your responses to yesterday's blog--It sure is helpful to have all you very "caring" people!--I now realize that I'm not alone! --- AND---- some very kind person referred yesterday's blog to the Alzheimer's society---- and a very nice Lady called me last evening-- and, she had some suggestions also--and, the best part, is that Himself seems OK this AM.---That is how it goes tho--- good days--and extremely bad days-----
Last evening, we went to see Son#1's new house ,which is at the end of our road. It is absolutely magnificent---modern---- no carpets-- airy--- fresh--- lovely-- with such a view of the lake--plus it will give them some privacy-!And, it will be wonderful to have them living out here on the lake, fairly close to us! -- I watched as Son#1, held Himself's arm, and helped him down to the front door from the car.--- I remember Himself carrying son#1, when he was a baby-- Now the roles have reversed--(makes me cry!)--
So---- life goes on--and on--- I will pick myself up--dust myself off--and face this new day-- Good thing there are always "new days"--
So--ever onward here with the day----As a post script--- We still have 4 bananas--YEAH!!!!!!--which means---no shopping to-day---
Just left a comment for your previous post. Yes, there will be good days and bad days. Hope today is a good one for you!!
ReplyDeleteHi Laura -Ill go back to see yer other comment-nice to see yu on here-- Lynda
DeleteI'm glad you're coming to understand more about Fred's behaviour and are accepting it. He can't help it Lynda and who knows, we may get to be the same one day & it is nice to think our families would treat us kindly.
ReplyDeleteDid you get another cat? You mentioned Snoop, not Sushi.
Take care, just do everything 'one day at a time'. How often we've heard that phrase but now realize it's the best way to take life.
Hugs to you, Fred, and the fur pets. xoxo
Oh my! No--- It is Sushi--- Snoop was another cat (who belonged to Son#4 who threw him out)-- We took him in before Sushi arrived at out back door--Sorry--My mistake-- I know-- Fred just gets mixed up--poor fella--hugs Gloria--Lynda
DeleteHappy today is better. How nice to get a call from Alzhrimers for lady. Glad you realize we are all here to support you.
ReplyDeleteYour sons house sounds gorgeous and best of all he's near you
I was touched to hear how tender your son is with Fred. You raised a good man
Are Snoopy and Sushi the same Catching?
One day at a time.
Hugs and love dear lady.
Sushi was a Feral cat---WE brought her inside about 5 yrs agp==Of course she lived under our bed for almost 6 mos-- Lopez yu know is 6 mos--and big Beau is 7 yrs-- He has A Fib but is doing well-and poor Himself is 93--- And yes, it broke my heart to see Son #1 helping his Dad onto his driveway-Lynda
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ReplyDeleteI need yer hugs-Thank yu-- Lynda
DeleteSo glad that you got a call back from the Alzheimer's Society. Sounds like that is a wonderful resource. That's fantastic.
ReplyDeleteGlad that Himself is having a good day, too. That makes it a good day for YOU!
Your son's new home sounds lovely. That will be wonderful to have him nearby.
Here's to being able to string several good days together! HUGS and blessings
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Hi Barb--- Funny how he (Himself) is better to-day--Hopefully we will get a few good days now-- Lynda
DeleteLynda, does Himself have these spells of the evening? I have a friend
ReplyDeletewho totally loses it at night, when the sun goes down...medically it is called Sundowners Syndrome........I think.
Leaving today, so will talk to you when we get back from Davids' surgery.
Praying it is successful.
Someone else told me that too-- and the odd thing is-- He seems very confused , when he is bad, ion the morning --I will pray that David's surgery goes well-- Thank yu SO much for writing-Lynda
DeletePraying David's surgery goes well and is successful.
DeleteSo glad today was better, more normal, so you can have a bit of a break. Funny how animals can tell we are not always feeling great. Take care. Nice of the lady from Alzheimer’s to give you a call!
ReplyDeleteit really helped to talk with her--made me realize that people dp care!-Lynda
DeleteGlad you are better.. How nice your son is so close!
ReplyDeleteHi Donna--Yes--It will help knowing he is close! Lynda
DeleteI'm glad it's a better day, and that you heard back from the Alzheimer Society with some good info.
ReplyDeleteYu are an amazing g sours of info-- I really appreciated it-- Hugs, Lynda
DeleteLynda, I'm so glad today is a better day for Himself and you! The part about your son taking Himself by the arm brought tears to my eyes. I used to do that for my mother and one day, we'll all need that helping hand if we live long enough! It's good your son is moving closer to you. I'm praying for you and Himself 🙏🙏
ReplyDeleteI know--made me think of when Son#1 was little--And there he wAs , arms around his Dad --steadying him-- Nice to her from yu-Lynda
DeleteI'm so happy that you had a good day. There's always something good in each day. I thought about my mom when you mentioned son helping Himself and how the roles reversed. I help my mom around now and she talks about the reversal and not liking it. (((BIG HUGS)))
ReplyDeleteWhat goes round, comes around--I see that now-- So goods that yu wrote--Lynda
DeleteGlad Alzheimer's called you back. At least you have a connection to call at anytime. Nice that son #1 is moving soon to be so close. It will be a great help and he seems to know what he can do to help. He will also be able to tell his siblings what they don't believe when it comes from you. And on top of that it is a good day for Fred. And yes, animals can tell when something is wrong.
ReplyDeleteI think they will be a good source go info-- Nice to hear from yu Bread-Lynda
DeleteI'm so happy that you have gotten some information that can help, and also that you had a better day. It's true about animals, they are so sensitive to our needs. My cat, who is not really a very snugly cat, always wants to jump on my lap as I am still recovering from knee surgery. And little Daisy stays pretty close all day long, knowing there will be little playing happening!
ReplyDeleteGlad you explained who Snoop is. I was thinking another animal had adopted you.
ReplyDeleteI am so happy that it is a better day for Fred. Praying that there will be more better days than bad.
That is great that you got some information that will help you on this journey.
I am so glad your son lives closer to you now. Maybe he will be able to help a little more once he sees what you are dealing with on a daily basis.
Praying for all of you.
Sending tons of hugs and love your way....
Whew, I thought Snoop was another addition to the family! Glad for all the suggestions you received. ((hugs))
ReplyDeleteHappy to see things are a little better today!
ReplyDeleteSo glad your day was better!
ReplyDeleteLynda...Snoop? Is that a new name for Sushi...or did you get a new kitty and now have two?
{{{HUGS}}}