Family
Quick Trip to the ER
My mom was having stomach troubles last night and during the day today, but as usual, she kept on going and doing what she could. Finally this evening, she started getting very dizzy and feeling really bad. We called her doctor’s office and spoke to the nurse on call who recommended we go to the […]
Similar Struggles
Today I took my mom to her Parkinson’s exercise class. For about half the time they did some exercising, then the other half they went into another room and had a discussion about how the class has been helping them. During that time, I talked with the other 3 caregivers who were there. We talked […]
Community Picnic
This evening was the annual Board Meeting and Picnic for the housing community. It had been a few years since my parents had attended and they looked forward to going. My dad carried the lawn chairs to the open area where the tables were set up. I loaded up my mom’s walker compartment with sweaters, […]
Twinkle, Twinkle, Grammy
My parents and I were outside this afternoon enjoying the fresh air before the storms were to roll in. As we were admiring the garden, my phone rang for a video chat. I saw it was my son and answered, hoping there would be some sort of service out there. Luckily, there was. The picture […]
Toddler Dad
Tonight at dinner, my mom was talking about a cottage on a lake that she used to visit as a child. She said it was near the cottage that my dad’s family owned. I never knew about that. My dad said they went for a few years before the Depression. During that time, they were […]
Say Jesus
This morning, my mom read the daily meditation from the “Jesus Always” book by Sarah Young. The reflection recognized that we are typically better at praying and asking God for help when times are tough. It suggested talking with God when we feel like we are super busy, or before we start our every day […]
Old and New Parks
My mom, dad, and I went to a picnic today hosted by the Parkinson’s support group in the area. It was held in a park that we used to visit often. In past years, the place went through a rough period, but had renovations. We drove through the park on the way out and saw […]
Housewarming
Today we celebrated the 4th of July with a family BBQ and potluck at my son’s house. As with most good get togethers, there was lots of laughing and way too much food. My brother who does not live in the area called so he could join in the festivities. My son was able to […]
Year’s Recovery
Today’s Facebook reminder popped up with the post that I wrote when my mom had her heart attack last year. We had actually been talking about it over the past few days. So much has happened in the year. We were all very worried for my mom – including the doctors. As I reflect on […]
Brass Band
We went up to the cabin today and spent a little time in the nearby town. They were having their 4th of July festivities which included live music. We sat and listened as the band started playing. They were pretty good, but what I enjoyed most was hearing the trumpets and saxophone. I just love […]
Still Finding God 