Partner in Grime just got back from over two weeks in SE Asia on business so he's taking some leave to man the Range while he completes the master bath remodel (during which time the only toilet available will be the one in the basement half bath). Hopefully he'll manage house, dogs, and laundry until I return. Cheers.
Safe travels and vaya con Dios, my friend.
ReplyDeleteDo what you must.
ReplyDeleteWe would have expected nothing less.
I remember that not long before my mother passed on I went over to the nursing home with my sister and my then-GF, to take some pictures of us with Mom. I still have that album of photos here on my hard drive and looked at them the other day on the occasion of my mom's birthday, and got to wondering if that happens in every family - - do the children make a conscious decision to take what will probably be last photos of the beloved parent, and does the parent him/herself feel resentment because of it? Does it speed the final decline, having the children believe that one is fading away? I've felt guilt since then, thinking it was insensitive, and wondering if it will happen to me when the time comes, the kids showing up with a camera. "Get that camera away from me, I ain't ready yet!" I can imagine myself grouching.
ReplyDeleteAnyway, I hope your Dad is clear-minded and that you have a good visit, and that he's comfortable and content.
I did not take photos for that reason. But he seems content though he had one bad day where he was very grumpy and saying" all I do is sit in this chair and watch sports!". I sat down and said "Dad, I've been spending my entire vacation with for the last 20 years and ALL you've ever done is sit in your chair and watch sports - NOTHING has changed, it's just a different room". He settled down a bit after that.
DeleteTravel safe, and enjoy the precious time with your Dad.
ReplyDeleteSafe travels to you and health to your dad. May you both enjoy the time together.
ReplyDeleteThank you, my friend.
DeleteHi. Wonderful, a century and the best daughter on Earth. Just saw the new photo Redheads come with their own warning. Also wonderful. I'll send a book I completed, lighthearted and humorous for a change.
ReplyDeleteGot the book attachment. Look forward very much to reading it this week. Love and hugs - B.
DeleteThank you everyone. Having a nice visit. We were able to add more photos and family mementos to his two room suite to make it more homey. My youngest step brother will be joining us in a couple of days.
ReplyDeleteLoved getting the chance to see you and your Dad. He's an awesome Hugger, and sharp as ever.
ReplyDeleteHe beat me at FIVE games of cribbage including skunking me TWICE. Yes, it's a little slower, but he's also craftier.
DeleteSafe travels. Elderly parents are a mixed blessing. You are thankful they are still with you but sometimes it is very hard to watch them age. . . been there. Enjoy your trip!
ReplyDeleteIt's been tough at times. He had a stroke in his late 70's so he's needed nursing care for a long time which he didn't have the money for. I'll probably be working now until I'm in my 70's but he's been happy and safe and it's worth it.
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