A typical night

To deal with the nights, we have all decided to take turns staying with dad.  My turn was last night.  Typically he goes to bed around 9:30.  On a good night, he will sleep until 2 or so...  a good night.

Last night was not a good night.  He slept until 12 and then was restless the entire evening.  He talked all night to ???  He moved around (as much as he can move around) and constantly pulled the sheets off. 

I might have logged a few hours.  It is an honor to take care of him.  I know he would do it for me (or at least make sure mom did..)  He always took care of the family.  Now it is our turn....

Two weeks later

It is amazing the difference two weeks can make.  I am learning and realizing how much I take time for granted and how much time I actually waste.

Two weeks ago, dad was struggling, but able to get around.  We had to be there to steady him, but he could get around.  We just helped.

Today, he is in a wheel chair and not able to take a step.  If we were not there, he would fall.  Two weeks and what a difference.....

Never put off to tomorrow what you NEED to do/say/write/deal with today.  Tomorrow has enough junk in it to deal with and tomorrow you may not be able to do what you could have done today. 

Two more weeks?  Who knows what it will bring....  we just need to live in today and take what today offers.  Enjoy the conversations you can today.  Laugh today.  Cry today.  Just do it today.