silly hospitals...

Every time I go to see dad...I end up...not seeing him...sitting in the hallway

Today was no different;)

I went to the hospital today in the late afternoon to relieve my mom of 'night' duty. I got there in time for dinner so I could see or help Dad eat dinner!:) I was soo excited to see him eat a meal!

But I was asked to leave...

The nurses said no family members are allowed to be in the dining room while patients eat.

So...so much for that...

I waited another hour to see him; then he got meds and put back in bed. This also is a time in which I am not allowed in as they change him into a hospital gown; and usually put him on a bed pan so he can use the potty...which kicks me out of the room yet again...

I finally get to 'hang out' with my dad around 6:30 when Mom decides to go home; and I get Dad all to myself.

And he falls asleep.

So I end up playing tetris on my cell phone until 7:45 when I read to him, pray and head home.

That is my usual trip to see my dad. I get him at the end of the day when he is worn out from all the activities of the day. I think I'll just say that its the time of the day when he is most at peace because I'm there;) (whatever;)

Dad is making small improvements everyday. But he still complains all the time for almost everything. Pray that the pain of his shoulder will go away. (Which the doctor told us is only his mind playing tricks on him). Pray for therapy this week so he can catch up from the weekend and the holiday as no routine therapy took place:(

You can also pray about Mom and I as we get ready for Dad to come home. Yes we know its a while down the road...probably another 5 weeks...but pray that we get everything set up...we have to organize the basement and get rid of stuff to make room for things in the living room. We have to move rooms; paint; and get the living room ready for Dad. He will need a hospital bed and porta-potty. And that will only fit in the living room. A ramp needs to be built and the drive way needs to be fixed...

There is a lot to do in a short amount of time...so we appreciate all the support we can get.

Thank you so much for your friendship; your prayer support; financial contributions, etc...God has truly been good to us; and we do not take it for granted!