My dear man is still sleeping – he had a great Christmas but is worn out.
I’m sitting on the sofa, coffee in hand, watching a heavy snowfall come down. Put the deck railing lights on and the tree – it’s really beautiful.
Wish I didn’t have to know, but wonder what 2009 will bring. Still have not heard back from respite planner – maybe that’s a good thing. I was awake this morn, looking at him sleeping so peacefully, Buddy wrapped in his arms. How can I put this man in a care facility with “no me and no Buddy” – for a whole week!
Anyway, I have decided to let “what will be will be” – if it’s destined he should be in for a week, they will call. I will let a Higher Power than I decide. What really concerns me a lot is the fact he’s never been in a hospital except as a toddler – once – tonsils.
Worry, worry, worry – it’s what I do best:)
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It’s so hard not to worry and I try to do the same as you….”if it’s meant to be it will happen”. Too bad they don’t take cats at the respite…that would be a real comfort for him.
Mandy
It really hurts, doesn’t it? Enjoy the moment with your coffee, your thoughts and your man. Tomorrow is another day.
I also harbour a little dread about 2009. What will be will be.
Hugs
Don’t let the heart rule the head. If you need the respite to take better care of him – please consider it. I’m afraid by the end you will be so burned out. Love -
May God help and keep you both in his arms for 2009.
My prayers and bear hugs to (((both of you,Jean.)))
Bear((( )))
Jean, if you don’t hear from the respite people by mid-morning tomorrow, call them again. Please. You need a rest, for the sake of your own health. Caring for someone with AD is NOT a job for one person.
My opinion only, of course. Praying for you and W.
Love, Laura
I agree with Laura,I believe you need a rest. It would be for him that you need the rest not just yourself. Praying for God’s will for you both in this matter.
You are entitled to worry, but you need to do what’s best for you as well, as least some of the time. It would be dreadful if you got sick. I hope that 2009 will be as good a year as possible for you and W, Jean.
Praying for the peace that will come with His answer. Nothing is a good choice since it’s a crummy place to be, but there is nothing wrong with getting help when you need it. Strong women have such a hard time not being the one who gives the help but learn to accept help. Grace works both ways for givers and receivers! Love, Annette