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Parental Journal 65 from Planet Elderly- This Visit Starts with a Roller Coaster Ride
Monday, June 27, 2016 – evening Not a Quiet Drive Up Yesterday Phone Call #1: The drive up went well for the most part; however, I received a call from Mom around 9:30 a.m. “Where are you? I thought you … Continue reading
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Parental Journal 63 from Planet Elderly – Respite Time Back in Missouri for a Few Weeks
Saturday, June 4, 2016 mid-morning This is the view I see each morning at my new rental place. This is the view I need to see each morning. I feel so fortunate to have Mom’s neighbor, Kevin, as part of … Continue reading
Parental Journal 60 from Planet Elderly – Diagnosis Explained, Emotional Tornadoes, and Plans
Wednesday, May 11, 2016 afternoon It’s mind boggling to think about all that has transpired over the past 48 hours or so, but at least things have leveled out a bit and the high drama and hysterics are on the … Continue reading
Parental Journal 57 from Planet Elderly – Grateful for New Friends and for AgingCare.com
Dad still recognizes Mom and responds to her kisses. Wednesday, May 4, 2016 – early morning Very nice luncheon at Mom’s yesterday with guests, Judy, her mom and her aunt. Although Mom nervously prepped, she enjoyed herself and loved the … Continue reading
Parental Journal 56 from Planet Elderly – Round and Round With Ups and Downs
Friday, April 28, 2016 afternoon I was tired this morning after not sleeping much. At 9:45 I told Mom to go visit Dad without me because I wasn’t feeling well and was tired. She then suggested that I probably need … Continue reading
Parental Journal 51 from Planet Elderly – Lasagna, Advice, Options, and Stubborn Mom
Tuesday, April 19, 2016 – evening We didn’t see Dad today until the afternoon. In the morning we took Mom’s car in to have her mechanic assess why the engine light is on. Some part for emissions is needed. The … Continue reading
Parental Journal 48 from Planet Elderly – Itches and Options Start This Visit
Wed. April 13, 2016 – afternoon I’ve been here since late Saturday afternoon and the most exciting thing that’s happened is me having to go to an “urgent care” facility to been seen for a rash that would not go … Continue reading
Parental Journal 43 from Planet Elderly: Code Expression – “You Have a Lot on Your Mind”
February 3, 2016 – early evening Dad was quiet today and enjoyed the doughnut Mom brought. We all enjoyed a doughnut. We had one emotional incident today. Mom’s been talking for weeks about needing to get her eyes examined. She … Continue reading
Parental Journal 42 from Planet Elderly: New Primary Care Physician
February 1, 2016 5 p.m. After a morning visit with Dad, who snoozed the whole time, Mom and I did some errands, had soup for lunch, and went for her get-to-know-you visit with her new primary care physician, Dr. Mohina … Continue reading
Parental Journal 39 from Planet Elderly: Melting Plastic in the Oven and Stashed Cash
Monday, January 25, 2015 – 7 p.m. I’m pretty sure I stopped the house from burning down, or at the least prevented toxic plastic fumes from overtaking the kitchen. Mom made sloppy joes and had put some frozen fries in … Continue reading
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