Girls Just Wanna Have Fun | Mom, Hazel, Naomi and Betty
Finally some sweet relief and more progress for mom. This has been one of those days that I would just like to hold on to for awhile and enjoy the comfort of everything being alright — just as it is. Savoring the moments but knowing that it will unfold on it’s own and in its own time. This Silver View will change but for now the timing is a perfect slice of life.
The stronger antibiotic seems to be tackling the confusion and loss of physical strength but now Mobility is mom’s issue. We are pretty much convinced this is a side affect from the first antibiotic she took and the pain in walking will fade — maybe as soon as tomorrow. Meanwhile I spent most of the day watching mom’s spirit come Alive & Well again.
Here’s a perfect shot of the table of the five men sitting behind mom every night. She continues to enjoy eavesdropping.
Mom had dinner in the dining room tonight for the first time in a week. This was a sweet coming together again with the “girls” at her table. Their bond is easily felt and such a comfort for me. Plus, many of the other residents stopped by the table and expressed how happy they were to see her back. She’s still so shy but her smiling face responds without words — which is a bonus because hearing issues are widespread.
The weather report for today seems to have dictated any plans that involve driving. I’m beginning to understand and respect the forecast and road conditions. Spending over an hour clearing ice and snow from mom’s car last month was my crash course in Cars & Snow along with my appreciation for mom’s garage. This afternoon at about 4:30 I scraped away the layer of ice forming on the car, drove it back to mom’s, and walked back to mom’s for a sleepover. Let it Snow!