Just read a blog and a few of the responses on SparkPeople relative to caring for aging parents. What an emotional subject this is for all of us who are affected. I am grateful that I've been able to be there for my folks even though it is draining at times, and I truly appreciate how understanding and helpful your dad has been throughout the process.
Dad, Michael, and I visited Grandma at PCH today. She was in bed, but said she had been up early today and had an active morning so they were giving her a well-deserved rest. She was encouraged that the staff feel she is improving. I was encouraged that she dug into the chocolate-covered raisins we brought her. It's good to see her taking an interest in eating anything. She said they told her she had gained a pound when they weighed her before her shower, so maybe she's eating better again overall. She didn't mention her pain even once during our visit, but she is always so glad to see Michael. We will have her to the house when you come home for as much of your visit as possible.
Food:
8:15 am 1 c Corn Chex, 1/2 c light vanilla soy milk, 1/4 med cantaloupe, coffee
12:00 pm 8 oz orange juice, 2 eggs over easy, 2 6" pancakes, 1/2 tbl whipped butter, 1 tbl syrup, 3 oz ham, coffee
1:15 pm 3 chocolate-covered raisins
5:30 pm 4.5 oz ground round, 1 slice tomato, 1 tsp ketchup, Arnold's whole wheat sandwich thin, 2/3 c sliced red pepper, 12 oz light vanilla soy milk
Exercise:
7:15-8:05 am Brutal ballet DVD
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