Just checking in; we've been busy trying to figure out the best plan for mum; she turned 99 in May, and is in good health but had to stop driving (boy is she mad) and her mobility is not good. All 3 kids were doing round-robin to stay with her in upstate NY, but none of us live there (CT, MA, NC). Then we in NC got put on the must quarantine 2 weeks if we go back, so that left 2 juggling things.
It is unfortunately not sustainable. SO we are off to plan C, which means moving her out of the house (she's also not totally excited about that) and moving to CT to a wonderful senior community that seems to have the right balance of social and social-distance. The CT sister lives literally 10 min walk away, and a lovely 2 bedroom with kitchen & bathroom is available. So praying for grace all around. CT sister knows all the staff and they know her, since she was primary for Fr. Ed when he was there.
To say mum has a lot of clothes and shoes is to minimize the word "lots". We can totally seeing her turn 100 in May surrounded by her new "old" friends. She's quite charming and very social. So after the realization that she cannot drive sets in, and that there is really no where to go much right now, we hope it will be easier for her.
AND I am having trouble with weight gain. I discovered (re-discovered) sourdough starter baking and now I have to re-learn not eating it, just tasting.
Aagh. Also have had a fairly severe back issue that is limiting mobility the past 3 weeks. I suspect the two things and being bored has something to do with it.
BUT 6 lbs is too many, so back to vigilance.
HOW ARE THE REST OF YOU? Sharon, you I know and Kristi, as well. And Lisa & Katrina.
Hugs (virtual)
Annie
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