Monday, Nov 25th

Where are we today? 

Stratford, Ontario

George had another good sleep last night with little to no pain. It looks like we finally got the schedule of pain medication right.

Just after breakfast, Doris Glendinning stopped by for a short visit as she was in Stratford for an appointment.  She brought in several cards and this lovely blanket. It was made by the United Church of Plattsville and is given to people in hospital. I believe the blocks are knitted and then put together to make a blanket. The Peace block also has a wooden dove attached. George was totally thrilled that the United Church gave him this, even though we never went to the church. Very thoughtful of the community of Plattsville.

 The following was in the card from the United Church. This brought tears to both of us and created a special memory for us. Thanks Doris.

 For lunch he had meat loaf and mashed potatoes, declined the carrots. Of course along with all his meals he gets coffee or tea, milk and juice. He ate all.

 I took another picture of the blanket from the United Church when it was on his bed. Now we have 2 blankets to use. One heavy and one lighter. All will depend on if he is cold or how cold. Nice to have chooses.

 About 4 pm today, he had his Guinness beer. He enjoyed it but it was too filling, just the type of beer and was unable to eat all of his supper. A lesson learned. Supper was chicken stew, bun, salad, juice and milk.

Today it seemed like it was the first time in a long time where we got to spend a quality day together. The doctors, appointments and visitors have kept us pretty busy. Not a lot of interruptions today, just nurses doing their job.

We realized today that unfortunately, that Saturday was just too much for both of us with the number of visitors we had. George was so tired Saturday night that he didn't feel like eating. That is not a good thing, as he was starting to eat again.

Also, today, for the first time in a long time, I needed a nap. George is in a 2 bed room and the second bed has been empty for the past week. I checked with the nurse and used the other bed for a nap, if you call 2 hours a nap. We closed the curtain to the room and later she said she had stepped in and stepped back out. She knew that I needed to take of myself as well.

Therefore, we request that we would like all visits are pre-arranged with me. For those who have my phone number, you can text, email or contact me via a private message on Facebook. We do not want any visits after 6 pm. We are also reserving weekends for the family as some work during the week. We want to created positive memories with laughs and conversation.

These memories will boast him and help to keep him positive. Our ultimate goal, maybe very high, is to get him stronger enough to come home and maybe get treatment. To do that he also needs his rest so he can do what he wants to do. We are also being realistic, but sometimes goals can be achieved, like the goal we had to go full time RV'ing and managed in 2006.

He likes to joke with everyone he comes in contact with. His sense of humour is amazing.

Thank you for abiding by our wishes in advance.

This morning I read the comments from yesterday's posting and we got a few chuckles.

Thank you also for all your comments, best wishes and prayers.

One Day At A Time