You know, Dad has been doing pretty well the past few nights. My Aunt called after she was there last week to say that he was talkative and ate pretty well. Each day since, he has been the same or better. He seems to be hungry, lucid, awake and most important, happy.
Still remains cold though. I got him and early birthday gift to help remedy this. I did a little research and found a microwavable heating pad that is supposed to be for your back. It is about 12 inches by 15 inches, and has a half-circle cut out so it can go over your shoulders. It is covered with microfiber and stuffed with some sort of beads or beans...You put it in the microwave for 2 minutes, and voila'! The answer to some of my Dad's problems! But instead of putting it on his back, I just laid it on his chest, over his arms and hands. I truly haven't seen him that happy in a long time. My heart just sang.
I am hoping that it will help him stay warm while he is in the wheelchair for his party on Sunday. One of the problems with him being in his wheelchair, is it is hard to keep a blanket around him. I truly cannot imagine anything worse than being too cold or too hot and not being able to do anything about it.
Anyway, hope to see you all at the party/open house for Dad's birthday on Sunday.
Much love to all!
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hi sweets. just thinking bout you today and wanted to check in.
hope you have a lovely holiday...xoxo, h
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