CAREGIVER NOTE:

The memories were really jumbled yesterday — old ones mixed with what he thought were very recent happenings and his being an active participant helping on the farm. I knew we’d be in for an interesting day when he asked for help in making a call to his brother (deceased) about some family business. I felt so bad having to explain that we couldn’t make the call – but we could possibly look up some of the information and ease his mind a bit.

He took a walk to the garden yesterday and was astonished to see that the corn stalks had grown another 2 feet or more since he was out there last. The cabbage heads are getting larger and will be ready for harvesting in a week or so — about the time the 5 gallon sauerkraut crock arrives. He’s really looking forward to making some sauerkraut again. He found a few ripened tomatoes and wanted the corn checked for readiness. His balance is a little more precarious, so he was extra careful and wanted an extra hand to help as he went around the yard checking things out.

CAREGIVER NOTE:

Lots of stories and conversations going through his mind. I can see the shift at times during the day when we’re not conversing aloud with each other. His eyes light up with certain memories — he’s always happy to share those with me and it almost seems like he welcomes that opportunity and not turning just sharing the thoughts with himself.

but it’s always good to look on the bright side of things.

Your goal is ahead….

CAREGIVER NOTE:

Have Patience…

Help someone find the “light” in their day.

CAREGIVER NOTE:

A lot of anxiety throughout the day and it lasted well into the evening. It wasn’t sundowning, but worry over some other things that were out of his control. We took a couple of walks and spent some time outside watching the garden “grow.” While the fresh air helped a little, he was still pretty anxious about a few things at bedtime. Hoping for a better day today as we review the plans for the day after he has breakfast.

BE your unique you!

What good habits will you grow today?

CAREGIVER NOTES:

Sleep was much better last night… hoping the lightheadedness he had yesterday will not be present today. We got a short walk in, spent a little more time outside — before returning to the house. No worries yesterday about previous personal historical events. So that was good.