THEN,……Spread the word!

CAREGIVER NOTE:

Sometimes, it just has to become their idea — may not be in the time frame you hoped, but once they have “ownership” it’s generally full speed ahead.

Consider ALL your choices today.

CAREGIVER NOTE:

Back into a regular rhythm at the moment. Lots of stories around a bowl of popcorn last night. Fun to listen to and a few new stories added to the mix. He was happy to be able to share the memories of days gone by while serving in the military and have a couple of people willing to listen to them.

PT done for the time being — permission to use the stationary bike — but not recommended to use the stairs. Will have to bring the bike upstairs for him to use. Treadmill as well. Now to figure out where we can put them when the weather is unsuitable to walking outside.

Find some joy in your day!

Give it your all in getting there.

CAREGIVER NOTE:

Lots of stories of days gone by… told with lots of gusto! Good spirits until sundown and another “worry” niggling at him. About an hour for him to sort it all out and make a plan to take care of it tomorrow when the sun comes up. Grateful that this answer was an easy one and manageable to achieve.

Let hope be your guide today.

CAREGIVER NOTE:

That worry is still niggling (his word) at him. He was pretty quiet and sort of withdrawn. Hoping today will be a better day and he’ll feel a little more at peace about things.

Magnify small acts of hope, kindness, gentleness and love throughout your day.

Recognize the difference.

CAREGIVER NOTE:

New day – new fixations. Lots of anger over a not perfect shave and haircut at the barbershop last evening. That set off the trail of ups and downs, not the best of dreams and opened a can of “worries” overnight. Sure hoping he’s worked through a bit of it in the past couple of hours while he has been sleeping.

Listen to your heart and take the first step towards a new goal.

You’ve got this! 

CAREGIVER NOTE:

Being stubborn is just part of his nature… I do wish he could come to terms with the fact that he can’t go back to the homestead and he’s here to stay for the long term. I’m really hoping we won’t have another meltdown today – when he can’t have the keys to the truck or no one is available to drive him. Last time was miserable and the house was cleared last weekend in preparation for sale. He’s told the boys to sell it.