Kim was able to help the aid with Mom. Mom seemed okay with it but I think Dad liked not having to deal with getting her ready in the morning. He was surprised at how quickly Kim and Lawanda got Mom ready. Maybe Lawanda will take a little longer next time so Dad can sit for a little while.
Mom and Dad had a surprise visit from Guy. Guy has a friend that has a plane and was able to fly him down for the day. Guy got to Mom and Dad's around 11.30 AM and was able to stay until 4.00 PM. Mom and Dad both were very happy to see Guy and spend a little time with him.
The social worker from Hospice also came by this afternoon while Guy was there. I don't exactly know what was discussed but she basically is trying to help Dad get things lined up for what comes next. Dad and I plan on visiting a funeral home and make arrangements for both him and Mom. This is something Dad has been wanting to do for quite a while and we've just procrastinated (who me?). Dad wants to find the cheapest pine box they have. Mom would probably want to use a coupon or wait for a BOGO sale if they had one.
Lenore did Mom and Dad's grocery shopping today and stayed for a visit in the evening. Kim, the boys, and I went down there this evening after our shopping. Fr. Bob, from St. Matthew Catholic Church, called Dad this evening and asked if he could come by for a visit. He came over while we were all there and administered the Anointing of the Sick to Mom. Unfortunately he had another sick call to go on and was only able to visit a short while.
Thus is the day in a nutshell. What will tomorrow bring??
I'm glad Mom got to see Guy and visit with Fr. Bob. We'll be praying for you as walk through the "next steps" with Dad. Hospice sounds like they are giving alot of support to you all.
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