July's Game Wall
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MaryAnn, in the Green Bracket, played Saturday July, 21st for 266 points, following 92% of her 13 rules.
She
lost 1 life point for missing the following: declutter for 10 minutes at least 6 times a week.
Her public review of the day was…
Not sure where the day went. Did a few chores, then went to see “Best Exotic Marigold Hotel”. Liked it a lot. Loved the old hotel.
Ongoing concerns about mother in nursing home. They call at 10pm to say she isn’t eating and isn’t cooperating about taking meds. May be just a passing thing, wait and see. She’s alert, but stubborn, and can’t/won’t think through consequences. A continual source of worry, and sense that I should do something, yet can’t do anything about it.
A bumpy week. Still feel worn out.
Hi Mary Ann,
Worrying about our loved ones and not really being able to do something, yes I can totally understand you there. It helps me sometimes to think that they would want me to take good care of myself and so I feel less guilty if I enjoy myself. Working on a little project for them that I enjoy is another thing that helps me. So the other day I went through some old photographs and choose a couple of them and made a postcard and sent it. I know it is not much but I felt good and hope it will bring a tiny bit of happiness or at least a smile to them :-).
Have a nice Sunday and take good care of yourself.
Best,
Sarah
What an emotionally wrenching experience that must be, especially the feeling of helplessness. I wish you strength and peace.
Mary Ann, I am glad you enjoyed the movie.
I declare that you have earned a break from work and worries. Poof!
Thank you, folks, for your understanding.
. . . and for your good wishes.
Yes, it’s difficult and often wrenching.
Mother has been in a nursing home for 3.5 years now, after a fall, and shoulder-replacement, and general increasing frailness (which keeps increasing).
Mary Ann, I know first hand about your worries about your mom. I pray for you and know that you’re doing the best you can do about her. It’s so difficult, I know. I’m praying for her too. My mom used to say to me, “Karen, you’ll see. Growing old is so very hard.” I wish I could have saved her from it. I’m sending many hugs your way.
Thinking of you, MA. Your journey with your Mom is valuable to all of us. We have much to share and learn. Thank you.
Thank you, all.
You are in my thoughts. Wishing you a beautiful lake walk with many canine friends and calming moments along the way.
Thanks, Kimberly. That would be good medicine.
Hi Mary Ann,
I hope your Mom stops worrying you… When my MIL was here, I tried various tactics and found I sometimes needed to step my foot down and clearly define limits for her. The hard part is: all of us humans are different, and what works for one person will be counterproductive for another.
Older parents can be like kids: why for heaven’s sake don’t they come with a user manual???
Good luck, and best wishes to both of you.
Thanks, Cat.