11.4.2008

Dad has spent a quiet day at home resting following a large breakfast of eggs, yogurt, banana, and toast. Mom and dad had committed to a week full of events at the Conference Center this week thinking that dad would be strong enough to participate, unfortunately, dad is too weak and ill to accompany mom. All in due time.

Mom took dad to his radiation appointment and I met them there, the staff was so excited to see dad, their enthusiasm and encouraging words were the best medicine he could have possibly received this afternoon. I took dad home and got him settled in his bed, I will return to prepare his dinner in a couple of hours.

Dad ate a good dinner this evening of warm soup, crackers and fresh peaches; he has eaten well today considering his energy level and the effort it takes to get up out of bed to eat. Dad's gout is still very bothersome; his legs are swollen and he is barely able to get shoes on, it is unfortunate that physician orders for medication were not followed as dad has suffered immensely.

Following dinner dad slowly made his way back to his bed and is ready to settle in for the evening. I called to check on dad later in the evening and he was resting comfortably in bed, mom will be home shortly.