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Post by cando on Dec 28, 2022 1:33:38 GMT -5
After work:
DH & I made Matza Balls for the soup that I made last night.
Then we delivered it to DS - he lives an hour away.
Drank 6 glasses of water today.
17 papers into recycle bag. 10 were from Nov 2021. Those were on top of the ottoman in the den. The other 7 papers were from today’s mail.
Cd
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Post by TML on Dec 28, 2022 8:17:14 GMT -5
I am going to borrow a quote from at least where i heard it from - The Incredibles Movies - Syndrome - “When everyone’s super, no one will be.” My take on it is - When everything needs cleaned, then nothing will be.” I was trying to figure out where to start this morning and then got zapped with overwhelm and this came to mind. I need to just carve out the time (10 min done) and then focus on one area. So at least that way I do get something done.
First thing of the day will be getting laundry started as at least with that it can be going on in the background while I do other things. Then breakfast.
1. Laundry - done
2. Breakfast - done
3. Bathroom Master - swish and swipe done
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Post by TwinkleToes on Dec 28, 2022 8:29:00 GMT -5
Diane, my FIL is in end stage Parkinson’s disease. It’s a horrific disease. He is in the Hospice program, and for now, he is able to be home. Someone must be with him 24/7;though due to his lack of mobility and dementia.
He is the greatest man I have ever known. Really. Wise, caring, generous, creative, loving. Watching him slowly lose control of all of his body and mind has been and is very awful.
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Post by cando on Dec 28, 2022 9:02:16 GMT -5
TwinkleToes Many hugs to you. I know what you are going through as you may already know, both my parents have/had dementia. My Dad died end of October 2021, & it was so hard to see him go from being an active vibrant senior & such a smart man—physically active, etc to loss of his mind. My Mom has Advanced late stage dementia. My very best friend & a wonderful Mom. I so miss calling her & shopping with her. Going to lunch with her. She was my role model & I was never as wonderful as her. You may already know that she is in a Group Care Home, now. Lately she seems to know me. But sometimes she doesn’t. The owner, a nurse, of this care home… has improved her physical condition so much during the past year from when she got there after being in tge the hospital with dr who wanted to put a feeding tube in & I refused it & then dr recommended hospice & Mom left there with a urinary catheter. She now is fed entire meals. No longer has a catheter but can no longer stand up. Hoyer lift bed to wheelchair & back. Her mind is pretty much gone, but she’s happy. Talks a lot but it’s like her mind is shattered like a mirror & has hallucinations sometimes. I play along as best I can with her but it’s so hard as I’m sure it is for you & anyone else going thru this with their loved ones. My DMil, who is such an amazing wonderful person, is now in the hospital again. Her mind is great, but in just a little over 2 months going from being a very active & social senior in her own home & able to drive & host events, etc. …is suddenly unable to do anything & is fighting for her life. She knows what’s going on & doesn’t want to live if she can’t do things for herself like basic hygiene etc. She will make decisions about herself & her condition, now, still. So hard to watch. All this just to let you know that my heart goes out to you. And I and others on this thread can certainly relate & wish there was something we could do to make things better. All my love, CD
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Post by cando on Dec 28, 2022 9:17:35 GMT -5
TML You can do it! You have inspired me so much & have been keeping my mind good & motivated! I know that I haven’t gotten much done over the last few weeks, but truly your posts & others who post on these threads have gotten my mind to a much brighter place than I was. Even just a couple things a day are more than what I was doing when I started posting daily on this thread. Today, I woke up at 5am with bad headache, sinuses & one ear bad. Took 2 Advil, 1 Excedrin & just plain nasal saline in nostril on bad ear side and now, at 8am am feeling much better. So, todos: Get to work work.  . Even if late. Focus on another work project that needs to get done. I’ll likely be the only one in the office today, so all phone calls. Hoping for no major issues to pop up so I can get a couple projects done. If I can get at least 2 projects completed, I will be so happy! Tonight, make another batch or two of Matza Ball Soup Some very important Paperwork re: Mom Laundry - at least 1 step of the process Dishes - at least 1 step in the process. Meal planning See y’all later. Cd
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Post by desposito on Dec 28, 2022 10:15:53 GMT -5
Good morning! I did get to Walmart today...it was not an easy walk, I figured that since our "big" snow ended up being only 3 inches the sidewalks would not be a problem, but I was wrong. BIG stores like Office Depot and Walmart do not shovel their block-long sidewalks along the major street--this is so aggravating to me. They only shovel the parking lots and driveways, because there can't possibly be anyone who actually WALKS anywhere! So, I think my arms will be sore this time as well as my legs, I usually push the cart in front of me but on half the sidewalks I had to pull it behind me over the lumps of snow. However, I will say again, that the cold made it easier--I would rather have a walk like today than a walk in the summer heat.
Now I will have to rest for the hour until I have to take the dog out. Today is a phone call day too so I think this shopping trip will be my only accomplishment for the day.
Diane
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Post by peaceseeker on Dec 28, 2022 10:22:05 GMT -5
TML , I don't have one yet. I am hoping the neuropathy will clear up as it can within 6 months of ending chemo. Doing what I can to assist that healing process. to do smoothie
am meds
coffeewater (I still didn't drink enough yesterday) fold towelssoak dishescall Dad TY pm meds
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Post by mylittlescholar on Dec 28, 2022 10:33:18 GMT -5
Good morning everypony!
I had a lovely evening last night. I wrapped gifts, then met LR and her DH at my folk's for a quick hello. I dropped of the SUV and picked up the RV. I love driving her! she needed her battery charged. Need to drive some more today. LR and her DH followed me back and they admired the decor and then took us out to dinner! That was an unexpected treat. I live in a tourist town and most of the restaurants are quite pricey.
I have a tdoc phone call at noon. I need to go grocery shopping so I can get back on track. Not looking forward to the carb withdrawal, but might as well get it over with.
DONE: gave kitty a treat (bisque) cause we are out of food checked online balance checked email checked calendar checked notifications
time to make coffee. hate to boot the kitty from my lap, but there it is.
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Post by TwinkleToes on Dec 28, 2022 10:50:19 GMT -5
Cando,
Thanks so much for taking the time to write such a heartfelt and caring post to me.
My FIL was always active always helping others a very talented woodworker and carpenter, and extremely independent. Parkinson’s and dementia have robbed him of so much.
I loathe dementia. You may remember that my Grandfather died last year after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. My Great Aunt died with dementia in January. My best friend has dementia (she is old enough to be my mom). For the past five years, I have walked in a fundraising walk to find a cure for dementia. I hope one day we have a cure.
I do my best to be strong for everyone - my MIL, my SIL, my husband etc., and I push a lot of my own feeling down and away. I know that isn’t healthy.
Thank you, again, for caring. I know many, many of us in this forum understand and can relate to one another in caregiving.
You may remember last year that my grandfather died with Alzheimer’s disease. My great aunt passed away with dementia in January. My best friend (she is old enough to be my mom) has had dementia since 2015.
I try to be strong for everyone else - my MIL, SIL, husband, etc.. I push my own feelings down and away. I know that isn’t healthy.
as you mentioned, so many in this forum can relate with all that comes with caregiving, Dementia, chronic illness, etc.. I appreciate everyone’s kindness, compassion, and the community here.
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Post by TwinkleToes on Dec 28, 2022 10:56:36 GMT -5
Done
Took meds
Texted mom
Texted friend
Texted MIL
Ate breakfast
Gathered up dirty clothes
Laundry load 1 in washer
Put away stuff that was hanging to dry from yesterday
PUPA half bath
Folded 15 pieces of laundry and put away
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Post by bree on Dec 28, 2022 11:01:19 GMT -5
Hello all I read back through the thread. Lots going on TML wowza your rock climbing fall!!!! My bravest activity was downhill skiing I guess. I have not done in years. DD wanted me to go w her recently and I said no. Don’t want to risk an injury at this point, not being in shape. TwinkleToes sorry for your FIL health issues. My mom had dementia and ended up completely bed ridden and did not speak. It was hell. Little DD could always put a smile on her face though. She’d sing and dance for her, climb on the bed next to her, hold an ensure for her. They were a gift to each other So I took yesterday off too - I am on vacation. Yesterday I thought I’d be really productive but after a good start- taking care of an important financial matter- I ended up reading, watching Netflix and taking a long nap I have been doing the dishes each night, cleaning litter, walking dog and also doing Christmas pick up, dusted a table here and there, cleaned the bathroom sink, wiped up the floor….little touches that have helped. While on my walk last night w pup, I realized I did not have my keys!!! I retraced all my steps and found them in the road in front of my house! Thank you Father for the find! Another l a z y morning. Must do stuff today Humble plans One load of laundry Update check book Walk dog Start job application |
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Post by reve on Dec 28, 2022 11:28:45 GMT -5
Hello all!
You are all strong, amazing people, and you do so much for others. You're incredible!
Done:
Put away laundry
Threw out an old pair of trousers that I don't see myself ever wearing again
Flipped mattress
Changed bed linen
Load of laundry on
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Post by oust on Dec 28, 2022 12:24:24 GMT -5
Hello reve
Great job keeping up and even adding trousers to the list
Here i have amazed myself by spending the last couple hours cleaning up
i cleaned the dust from 80% of the blinds in the bedroom
Damp wiped the furniture
Blankets pulled back and the sun is working on the bed to do whatever it does
All dishes done and drying
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Post by reve on Dec 28, 2022 13:25:39 GMT -5
Done:
Flipped what dry laundry I could
Dusted the downstairs bathroom
Vacuumed the downstairs bathroom
Managed to break one of my feather dusters in the process though, so I will probably try and replace that. Might see it as an excuse to buy some new, softer, microfiber cloths.
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Post by TwinkleToes on Dec 28, 2022 14:09:38 GMT -5
Bree, I am so sorry. Thank you for sharing that. You sound like you have a heart od gold, and Your DD sounds like a sweetheart.
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