Goodness gracious --Am I ever late blogging--I am so sorry-- I suddenly woke up to the fact that I hadn't blogged-- --Son#2 the Air Canada Pilot has returned to Toronto-- He flew from Sudbury to Toronto last evening-It is minus 13 C--(which is very cold!)---
Himself was so good while Son#2 was here---but--(Lordy Be--Isn't there always a "but"?)--Last evening he became angry--I can't even remember why-- and it was so hard to accept that he could change so quickly--I know--I think it was over the instructions the hospital had given him to help get his head better--the head that hit the driveway----But we got thru it all and this morning he is better--It is always a shock to me that his mood can change so quickly-
I have walked the 2 dogs , but it really is very cold--I feel bad for little Lopez , pit pattering along beside me on the back road in his bare paws-He does his business and then we run back home. I feel I should pick him up and stuff him into my coat to keep him warm.
Before moved here, we lived in Ottawa and it was cold there in the winter and very hot in the summer. We moved up north here, from Ottawa, with 3 AC units-- but, never used them here as the summer then were not as hot as now----I do love the North--- We are close to walking trails-- lotza bush to hike in, less traffic , and non polluted lakes--Our summers are not as hot as Southern Ontario---We are about 2 hours also from Northern Michigan --the U.S. border----but, we do have Blackflies in the Spring--(a horrible thing-- )- I grew up where there were no black flies in the summer--- And we do have wild blueberries everywhere--
I shall read my book for an hour-- Lopez always sneaks over, out of his bed, and crawls up beside me on the sofa when I read--kinda cute!
I promise , I will not be late blogging to-morrow morning--I still have all your comments to read , later, on yesterdays blog-- -
mood change, yes, their moods can cycle VERY fast. I remember that w/Mom for sure. And no clue as to what flips that ugly mood switch!
ReplyDeleteAwwwww, sweet that Little Lopez snuggles w/you when you read. Sweet boy.
Take good care of yourself.
hugs
barb
Barb--It is a terrible disease isn't it?-- Horrible--awful--- LOl--- Lynda
DeleteGlad you love the North where you live now. Happy Saturday! I hope you enjoy today.
ReplyDeleteBut Patricia-- some more heat at this end would be nice-LOL-Lynda
DeleteIt seems you are handing things very well and for that I do commend you. My grandfather had alzheimer's but I remember him being happier because he kind of thought he was living in the past, although he always remembered me! We are having a surprisingly mild day today, not enough for things to melt but it's not so brutal cold and windy as we've had for days and days. Daisy and I are cleaning the house - well, Daisy doesn't help much but her heart's in the right place.
ReplyDeleteDaisy is so good to to want to help yu--My Dad had Alzheimers but he was such a happy guy-- I wish Himself were that way--Dad used to laugh at some of his antics ---= Lynda
DeletePlease keep in mind getting some respite help from the local senior helpers, because while you got through this episode and so many more before it, if you don't get your sons lending a hand regularly, you will wear yourself out trying to do it all on your own. Lotsa warm wishes headed your way, for you, and Lopez, and Sushi and Beau, and of course for Himself, as he can't really help or understand those mood swings any better than you can!
ReplyDeleteYu know Barb, they say it might be months and months before any help is available- I may just have to ask a neighbour for while- Lynda
DeleteEven if there is a long waiting list please get on the list and get your sons to help in the meantime. So, the pilot didn't see any bad behaviour? They will think you are making stuff up! Sweet of Lopez to cuddle with you. You need to try to get him some boots. Have a good night.
ReplyDeleteYes definitely will get on "the list""-- but she will not even allow that till after Xmas-- Too many lists and not enough action I say__*S* Lynda
DeleteSigh. I don't even know if I read your blog yesterday...my computer is down, I dropped my Kindle and am on my mobile phone. There keys are tiny so please excuse any typos.
ReplyDeleteGlad you had that time with your son.
I bet Himself is usually better in the morning.
I am getting ready for karaoke now. [[[HUGS]]]
Holy Cow! yu do well for being on yer phone! And yes himself is almost normal in the morning-Lynda
DeleteSo Fred was goid while pilot there??....geezo. I hope son returns soon. You need help and a break! Hope you get on a list somewhere for help.
ReplyDeleteRelax. Enjoy today.
We're in your corner..
Hugs
Himself is always good in the morning-- LOL--Lynda
DeleteIn the past you've mentioned visiting the former clinic where Fred practiced and him really enjoying all the attention. Any folks from there that would rotate hanging out with him on your hair days?
ReplyDeleteMy parents church had an outreach program that stepped in sometimes when we needed someone to be at the house with him -- it was a plus if they liked to play dominoes!
Here and, in many states, groceries can be ordered online and scheduled for home delivery or pick them up at the curb -- a few friends and relatives took advantage of this development that came about due to Covid lockdowns and continue to use this service even though they prefer picking out their own fresh produce. My spouse prefers to go in person and mix with people so I stay home and have a typed grocery list of items we use hanging on the frig door, with circled items needed on next grocery store run (includes 3 places, all nearby -- Costco, Whole Foods and HEB (local Texas chain).
Since you are the money manager and driver that is a plus althought it may not seem so. My Mom didn't drive and had never written a check. Dad's confusion in handling of finances caused quite a bit of confusion and chaos. One sister gifted him with a two-drawer file, folders, tags and hanging files and volunteered to help him set everything up. NOT WELL RECEIVED and caused a lasting anger toward that sister that was hard to watch.
Just tossing out some ideas that may remove some of the other stressors in your lifel (((HUGS)))
I can agree on the mood changes..gee whiz, his can change in a heartbeat............David has been sour all morning now all of a sudden we are just happyhappyhappy...........he does not have dementia and
ReplyDeleteFreds' issues, he just has days when he wants to vent his spleen and/or Frustration and I'm the lucky recipient.
Snarling back won't help but sometimes I do tell him to quit talking to
me like he is...........then it is I "misunderstood". Baloney. I suppose would be better if I had anyone to talk to, but I don't.