Today is actually my Ethan's birthday...Happy 9th birthday, Ethan! I did get to call him and sing to him today. He and his family live in Monterey, CA now, and I miss them all!
Dad had plenty of company today. He got up and came out to the living room to sit with his sister, my Aunt Gwen, and her 2 sons...Larry & Rex. We were also joined by Dad's nephew, Bob Wilson and his wife Shirley. Everyone got a chance to visit before heading out to the cemeteries for decorating.
I really enjoyed meeting Bob again. He and his wife are interesting people. We need to get together more and often. And of course, Aunt Gwen is one of my favorites. I have always admired her beauty and kind spirit. The family used to call her "Gwenddy"...or at least Dad did! And that name suits her!
After doing my own decorating at the Clarinda Cemetery this afternoon, I went back to the folks' and spent some time talking to Dad. Mom got out his Bible, where inside he keeps the last birthday card from his mother that he received. Inside is three dollar bills. I read the card aloud, and the sentiment she wrote to him. She commented that he was a fine son. I say yes, and fine husband, fine brother, fine father...............
Tossing out the Ambien was a brilliant idea. Dad is able to talk to us, and he feels better about that too! He still uses the pain meds, but less dosage. He is drinking, and still on blended soups or broth.
It was another beautiful day...the heat is really here to stay for the summer! Time for bar-b-ques, beans, "tater" salad, and lemonade!
Until tomorrow..........
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