God's Calling?

Yesterday I went to Methodist West Hospital (where Gordo used to go) to see one of our patients who is also a special friend of our family.

 “Tis the season” … so I bought one of those silly reindeer headbands, picked up a poinsettia for my friend and filled my work bag with candy canes.  Yes … I have no shame!

I took the elevator to the 6^th floor … holding my head (with antlers) high … hoping that my emotions would not get the better of me … as this was the floor dad ALWAYs went to and where he passed away two months ago.

Luckily my friend’s room was right next to the nurse’s station ... so I went directly in. We chatted for about 30 minutes. She started getting tired, so her nurse and I helped get my 80 ish years old friend and her healing hip back into bed.

I passed back by the nurses’ station … handed them all candy canes and thanked them for the job that they do. Then it occurred to me ... to (personally) thank them for caring for my dad over the past few years. Then one of the nurses said … “We thought you were Mr. Cave’s daughter. So sorry for your loss.” WOW! They actually remembered!

Feeling rather warm and grateful in my heart … I decided to stop at the ER on my way out and thank them as well.

Got nothing but smiles as I walked through the halls … then I had to chuckle … remembering … that it was due to the crazy headband on my head.

I reached the ER nursing station. One of the nurses looked up and said … “You are one of Mr. Cave’s daughters … right? He wore those baseball caps and loved Lady Gaga.”  I was stunned … told her that he had passed, but wanted to thank her and all the others who took such great care of him. Explained my new career in home healthcare … handed her some candy canes and was about to leave … until she asked me to wait. She picked up the phone and told the person on the other line to come to the desk … Mr. Cave’s daughter has something to tell you.

The next thing I knew … I was surrounded by several nurses who shared Gordo stories and gave their condolences.

My eyes began welling up with tears … so I told them that I had to go. As I turned around to leave … one of them said … “Cora … I do believe you found your calling”.

I think that perhaps she’s right. We’ll see.

“Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase.”

Martin Luther King, Jr.

The Truth

The Truth About Medicare!*

Some widely held beliefs about Medicare are misguided or wrong.

 Here, we separate fact from fiction:

Myth: Medicare provides cheap health care.

Fact: It’s true that most people don’t have to pay monthly premiums on Medicare Part A (which covers inpatient stays in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, hospice and home care. But you will have to meet a deductible before your Part A coverage takes effect.

Myth: Everybody pays the same premium for Part B (which covers doctor visits).

Fact: For the vast majority of Medicare beneficiaries, that’s true (and for them the monthly premium this year has been $104.90).

Myth: Everybody pays the same premium for Part D (which covers prescription drugs.)

Fact: There are 31 Part D prescription drug plans offered for sale in the Houston metropolitan area for consumers that have original Medicare. These Part D drug plans have different costs and coverage associated with each one. It is a good idea to investigate these thoroughly to determine which one is right for you.

Myth: Medicare automatically covers everything.

Fact: Not true, it is a good idea to investigate the coverage you need and what is offered to determine what coverage is best to meet your individual needs.

Myth: You should sign up for Medicare as soon as possible even if you’re working.

Fact: When it comes to Part A, which covers hospitalization, that’s probably a good move. As for Part B, which covers doctors’ visits, the federal government suggests that you wait to sign up, since your at-work insurance is still the primary payer for those medical bills. Visit the Social Security Administration’s website (www.ssa.gov) to sign up, or call the SSA at 1-800-772-1213.

Myth: Medicare covers all hospital stays equally.

Fact: Unfortunately, whether a person is classified as an actual “inpatient” or only “under observation” can make a huge difference in the amount he or she may be responsible for. To qualify for Skilled Nursing Facility care, a person must have been a patient in a hospital for three consecutive days. But if that patient is only in the hospital “for observation,” he or she may be liable for additional charges during the stay – as well as all follow-up skilled nursing facility care. To help prevent this happening, ask the patient’s doctor, and the hospital, to clarify your status.

Myth: When it comes to prescription drug costs, you can’t get help from anywhere but Medicaid.

Fact: Many pharmaceutical companies have Prescription Assistance Programs (PAPs) to help qualified patients pay for medications. Click here https://www.medicare.gov/pharmaceutical-assistance-program/Index.aspx to see what medicines are covered under these programs. You can also check here https://www.medicare.gov/pharmaceutical-assistance-program/state-programs.aspx to see if your state has a Pharmaceutical Assistance Program.

Aging in Place

I continue to get my “Learn On” with regard to our aging population.

One of the buzz phrases I keep hearing is … “Aging in Place”.

What that basically means is … the ability to live in one's own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age, income, or ability level.

There are several types of proactive and re active home modifications that might provide folks with more options and abilities to stay in their own homes longer without having to move to an assisted living facility, a family member’s home, a personal care home or a nursing home.

This this article was a good read.

Gives us all something to think about.

http://www.rd.com/home/improvement/5-universal-design-needs-for-aging-in-place

Do it NOW!

I spent a lot of time today with a director of an Alzheimer’s care facility.

The biggest takeaway was something I (personally) did and just assumed many knew about. WRONG!

Please … please … please have your folks or loved ones who are getting old … sign a Medical Power of Attorney while they are lucid and understand. Without this you cannot even talk to their physician if and when the patient can no longer make rational decisions about their own healthcare.

You can’t place them in the hospital, home, or converse in any medical conversations about them … unless you have a legal MEDICAL POWER OF ATTORNEY!

Now this is about Texas … so please check out your state or country and its regulations.

I am not an attorney … so rather than giving advice based on my own person experience or what others have told me … I STRONGLY suggest that you click this link http://www.dads.state.tx.us/news_info/publications/handbooks/advancedirectives.html.

I can PROMISE you… it will be worth a bit of work to get these things handled NOW!

God love our old folks!

Missing Him

I was at the nail salon yesterday and made a comment to my nail lady ... that I had not cut my hair since Gordo moved in … almost 3 years ago.
When all of a sudden another customer (who was having a pedicure) yells out. “What is your dad’s name?” I was rather shocked and replied… “Well  … he is now deceased, but his name is Gordon”. This woman get a huge smile on her face and exclaims “Mr. Cave! He loves Lady Gaga, the Boston Celtics and wears those cute baseball caps”.  OK folks … how weird is this? I simply asked ... “ma'am  … how do you know my father?”. She answers … Oh! ... I have been his night time nurse for years at Methodist Hospital. I just love him and your sister Liz . I was there the night he went to heaven”.
WOW! How nice that she really did care about him.
I guess Gordo was loved by more folks then I even knew.
He sure is in Heaven … but I do miss him so.
Remember … to be kind and patient with our “Seasoned Citizens”.

Medicare A and Home Health Care

Fact #2

Did you know that Medicare A …in most cases will pay 100% of home health care costs … if there is a medical need for an elder who is no longer able to drive?

All they need is a doctor’s order from their primary care doctor or one of their specialists to email or fax an order … stating … for example … that the patient needs their blood checked each week … requires some physical therapy … to help them maneuver around with their walker … and WHAM … the next thing you know ... a RN is at the home assessing and assuring care on a regular basis.

Remember ... to be kind and patient with our “Seasoned Citizens”.

80 Plus

I am absolutely amazed at how (little) folks REALLY know about choices and/or options that our elderly have or the false understanding of what they think they do.

So having said that … I’d like to share daily facts with you.

Should anyone read these and want more (in depth) info … just leave a post and I will get back with you.

FACT #1

Adults over age 80 are the fastest growing segment of the population; most will spend years dependent on others for the most basic needs.

This is ... US … ladies and gentlemen.

So ... Get out a pen … and stay tuned.

And always remember … to be kind and patient with our “Seasoned Citizens”.

Guardian Angels

What should I do after my journey with Gordo?

One would think that I’d be happy to go back to life as it was 3 years ago.

Easier said than done … my friends. In fact (for me) down right impossible. My life will never be the same. Heck … I will never be the same.

All the things I have learned … the people who I’ve met … all my experiences, etc. led me to a career decision. Almost a mission … really. That is to reach out to as many people as I can to help our elderly have the best quality of life in their “Autumn Years”. .. while assisting the people (who love them) in  making that a reality.

My 25 plus years in advertising sales, marketing and management affords me the experience of effective communication and drive. So … with my passion for the wellbeing of our seniors … compiled with my skill set … it really was a “no brainer”.

Home Health Care!

Because of this service … (covered 100% with his Medicare A) Gordo was able to live with me for the few years that he did. I am absolutely convinced that without their care … the quality of his final years would not have been what they were. He would have been in and out of the hospital 3 times as much. But instead he was in his home … surrounded by loved ones and stayed relatively healthy during much of that time.

In his memory and because I want to help others in the same situations … I am going to keep this blog going. Only now … instead of fun stories about Dad … my hope is to share information that I have learned and will learn as my journey continues. Only now … I have a guardian angels (Gordo and Toby) to help guide me.

Love much … Cora aka Pooker Annie

    

Obituary

I was asked to write an obit. This is what I came up with.

Memorial Service for Gordon Cave
October 26, 2013— Our dear sweet dad and friends to many, left this life he so loved on October 5, 2013. He lived a wonderful 83 years.
Preceded by our mother, Eileen Jeffries Cave, his parents, Gordon Powell Cave Sr. and Helen M. Casey Cave. He is survived by his daughter Cora and (her husband) Michael Blanchard, his daughter Elizabeth McDonley, 5 grandchildren Amber, Ricky and wife Andrea, Stephanie, Sarah and Robby. Followed by 5 great-grandchildren Jaclyn, Avery, Presley, Owen and Jared. Gordon was a treasure to his parents and an only child who excelled academically and an honor’s student in high school who graduated from Columbia University with a History degree. Having been a bachelor for years, he met and fell in love with our mother. They had two little girls whom he absolutely cherished.
His career began at Macletts, owned a Baskin Robbins in Darien CT., and when Gordon and Eileen decided to move to Houston in 1973, they were both successful realtors. Divorced later, he moved to Phoenix AZ where he became an employee of the Bureau of Land Management and ultimately retired.
Gordon returned to Houston in retirement to be near his beloved daughters. He shared his apartment at Park Shadows with his best friend, Toby, his little black pug. He met many friends both at Park Shadows and the Unitarian Fellowship where he was a member and former Trustee.
His last years were living with his daughter Cora and her husband, Michael. He was a sweet, witty gentleman who read widely, was knowledgeable about world affairs, the opera, the theatre, sports, jazz and movies.
He leaves a legacy of love, optimism, light-hearted gaiety and learning.
Thanks for being our wonderful Daddy!
Love forever!

A Little Black Dog

A LITTLE BLACK DOG

I wonder if Christ had a little black dog,
all curly and wooly like mine,
With two silky ears, and nose round and wet,
Two eyes brown and tender that shine?

I'm sure if He had, that that little black dog,
Knew right from the first he was God,
That he needed no proof that Christ was divine,
But just worshipped the ground where He trod.
I'm afraid that He hadn't because I have read,
How he prayed in the garden alone,
For all of His friends and disciples had fled,
Even Peter, the one called a "Stone".

And oh, I am sure that that little black dog,
With a true heart so tender and warm
Would never have left Him to suffer alone
But creeping right under his arm;

Would have licked those dear fingers in agony clasped,
And counting all favors but loss,
When they took Him away, would have trotted behind,
And followed Him right to the Cross.

 

Gordo's Memorial Service

Dear friends,
I have received inquiries about services for Dad aka Gordo. We will celebrate his life on Saturday, October 26th @ 5:00pm at …
The  UNITARIAN FELLOWSHIP OF HOUSTON 1504 Wirt Road Houston, Texas 77055
713.686.5876

Tribute To Dad

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Celebration of Life

GORDON POWELL CAVE JR.

                       March 15,1930 – October 5,2013    

Our father had a long amazing 83 years of life. So we will honor it with a “Celebration of Life” at the fellowship he attended for many years. There will be no traditional funeral service or burial because

that would not bode well with Gordo.

We welcome all to join us on Saturday, October 26, 2013 at 5pm.

Feel free to share any memories, thoughts or stories about 

this precious man we loved.

Unitarian Fellowship of Houston
1504 Wirt Road
Houston, Texas 77055

Going Home

 

                                                            GORDON POWELL CAVE JR.
                                                        March 15, 1930 - October 5, 2013

 

Last night after all of our family went home from visiting Gordo … Dad lay peacefully with sweet Liz at his side … then he (too) went home. Into the arms of our Lord and all who have gone before him. Can’t even imagine what an amazing welcoming party it was.
Although our hearts hurt today ... we rejoice in knowing that we will sing with him again.
Thanks to all of you for accompanying us on our journey with Gordo. I won’t be able to write about dad’s current path … but if I could … I’m quite sure it would still include love, laughter and lots of singing!
Take care my dear friends and God Bless.
Love always … PookerAnnie

My Daddy

Since I have shared the good times and various updates about Gordo for almost 3 years … I cannot neglect what happens beyond the laughter.
We almost lost Dad yesterday in the ER. He temporarily rebounded and we thought he was (again) out of the woods. However … it was apparent to his doctors, caregivers, Liz and I … that this was the beginning of the end for our (mortal) Gordo.
He is being placed on hospice care to insure that the quality of his life (during his final days) is tranquil and pain free.
Dad is currently in the hospital … and will be transported back to his home on Monday … if God sees fit.
My amazing sister has been with him since yesterday … as I … am completely useless in this “caregiver” role. I simply can’t stop crying when I see his sweet face. She has stepped up and taken control of a very difficult situation.
He can no longer see, eat or talk … but knows that we are there.
This wonderful 83 year old man has had a fabulous life. Been loved by many and is now getting prepared to go on to an even better world.
Please pray for us. Knowing that we all have had an amazing journey with this man … who I am honored to call … my DADDY.

House Calls

What happened to the doctors who make house calls?
I am soooooo frustrated! UGH!
We live in a world where our folks are getting older and older ... yet ... were are expected to lug them out ... make them wait in a lobby ... for God knows how long ... just to have a stinking FLU shot!
Does "Obama Care" help our elderly ... when they are no longer mobile?
I can't find that clause in our new system.
Sorry folks ... but until you have to transport and take care of a loved one who can't walk any more ... please reserve judgement.
OK ... I feel better ... a little bit 

A Challenge

This has been … without question … the most challenging time in my life.
Gordo is not doing well at all … however … my sister, all his caregivers, nurses, personal care home owner; her family, doctors, etc. are all there for dad. Even though … HE … is being mean and uncooperative.
I never thought … in a million years … that taking care of an old man would be so heart wrenching for ALL involved.
He won’t eat … drink … or listen to anyone. Including me and my sweet sister. However … neither ... we … or the whole Gordo team has … is giving up … yet!
He says he wants to live to be 100. 
We’ll see.
We have gotten tough and are making him get up a bit and will ...only stop pushing when … HE says he’s done. Thus far … he has not conceded to dying.
WOW! Life has so many challenges!
Please pray for our old folks and those who love them.

Prayer Requests

Where do I begin?
Gordo was doing fine in his new place until the state sent their folks for an annual inspection.
He refused to get up and walk... so … they told the owner of his new home that he could no longer live there.
See… folks … when searching for places to take care of our old folks … there are 2 types of facilities. A and B. A … can take care of anyone who can walk thru the front door in a fire (simply stated) and B facilities care for people who are unable to walk, crawl or run towards that same front door.
Well Gordo … was OK …living in an A facility when he first arrived. But after his last stint at the hospital, nursing home and moving to his new place … life took its toll. Most likely because of his UTIs … (urinary tract infections and the confusion in his new environment). Both are equally mentally devastating.
We moved him into a new place last week … owned by the same people … which is good. His favorite …prior … caregiver… goes over to see him daily.
However … he has not been eating and hates being there. Only because it is a change … too fast. In our opinion.
Yesterday ... I brought several dinners that I KNOW he likes and explained how he likes to eat them. Guess what? He ate 2 meals today!
Thank God!
Please pray for us.
Cora

4 Stars!

There was a front page story in yesterday's Chronicle about a negligent personal care home. That resulted in the death of a patient.
In Texas … there are no legal guidelines for homes who house 3 or less people … BIG problem. Especially for folks who are not aware of this. Hopefully this tragic incident will draw enough attention to change that.
Very sad, but not typical of what a “Registered” personal care home is like.
Having said that … Friday … Gordo’s new home (registered … I might add) had their annual (unscheduled) inspection by the state.
The case worker basically audits all paperwork for each resident, assesses whether their mental and physical needs are being met …then interviews each of them.
When it came time for “Gordo” … the case worker found one form that I had not signed. So the owner of the facility had to race over to my house to get my signature. When she returned … Dad was being interviewed. The door was closed, but he’s so darn loud she could hear the entire conversation.
Case: Sir, are you happy here?
Gordo: Yes! It’s like staying at a 4 star hotel!
Case: What about the people who take care of you? Can you tell me about them?
Gordo: Jimmy (night nurse) is great. He got me a Cadillac (aka wheelchair). Bessie (aka Lorraine … owner of the home) runs a tight ship … plus she and I sing Bessie Smith songs together. Alicia (aka Shawntay … day nurse) makes the best sandwiches ever.
Case: Well … Mr. Cave it sounds like everything is going well.
Gordo: Yes …young lady and when you get the HELL out of here … we’ll be just fine.
Lorraine had to hold back laughter … as the case worker left his room.
Case: Mrs. Fairfax (aka Lorraine) … it appears everything is in order. Have a nice afternoon.
Needless to say … the poor case worker probably needed a drink after meeting our beloved Gordo!

25 Days

It has been a 25 day whirlwind for me. Starting with Gordo moving out, then finding a job ... while chasing around my 4 month old (25 lbs.) puppy.

I'm happy to say that I'm beginning to see the light at the end of this curving tunnel.

I have finally quit sobbing about dad, as he's done quite well adjusting to his new place. Still singing and calling me Pooker Annie. So that's a good sign.

Found an amazing company to work with … that affords me the opportunity to follow my passion for helping our elderly.

My puppy .. Cosmo is completely potty trained and we almost have the fetch and return thing down.

So all in all … Life is looking pretty darn good.

Have a super weekend my friends!

" I Want to Be Alone"

 

I went to see Gordo on Wednesday. He was really mentally off and had me very concerned.
Didn’t particularly want to talk … so in an effort to engage his mind … I went over to the many DVDs that he owns and picked 3 Greta Garbo movies. Dad looked at each one thoroughly … while gazing at her photo on the covers. All he kept saying was ... “God she was beautiful”.
I sat silently and watched him smile … as he was very focused on making the appropriate choice. He settled on the 1932 “Grand Hotel”.
His new caregiver and I helped set up the movie, headphones, closed caption, etc. I kissed dad on the forehead, as I was ending the day’s visit.
Then Gordo yells “I Want to Be Alone!” ...
I chuckled as his caregiver took him at his request … and scurried out of the room. But … I knew it was just Greta’s most famous movie quote and it made me smile.
BTW … Checked on Gordo yesterday. He’s back on!
We all agree it was the Full Moon … LOL

 

Love Our Seniors

OK folks … I believe God has answered my career and personal compassion questions.
I am now going to be helping people with their home health care needs. Meaning … that when folks can still live at home or with a family member … but can no longer take care of their medical needs independently … then I’ll be able to provide them with solutions and resources they require.
That is what allowed me the precious 2.5 years with my dad.
Minimized hospital stays ... while providing him with some quality of life.
And that … MY Friends … is what I need and want to share with many more.
Thanks for all the kind words and support.
Remember … Love our Seniors!

God's Plan

I have purposely visited Gordo’s new home less frequently since Friday.  In an effort to help get him acclimated to his different surroundings and start paving my way back to a normal life. Even though I’m not sure what “normal” means at this juncture.
In fact … it is a bit overwhelming.
We haven’t even touched dad’s room (formerly our master suite). It’s full of his things … since we could only take a limited amount of items to his new place. I’m very torn and quite frankly a little sad about boxing things up. Then what to do with a lot of things (I know) … he’ll never even asked for, but just the same … he is still living … so it’s a very tough call for me.
Then there’s the … get back to work thing. BG (before Gordo) … I was focused, loved my career and made a nice living. Now … I haven’t got a clear vision, no specific job in mind and have almost forgotten what having my own money is like. Only know that I cannot go back to what was … because my whole being has changed.
Since I have shared our journey over the past years … it seems fitting to continue to include you.
Caring for the old folks is much like raising children. When they leave the nest … you never completely fill that void and certainly never quit being their parent or their child.
I know God has a plan for me … just hope he shares the blueprint  soon.

Update!

OK … well after a day of agony for me (not Gordo) … My husband, son and sister got him moved to his new place last night.
I had been over several times prior … to put up his artwork, photos, supplies, TV, DVD player, clothes, etc. So he could simply move into a familiar environment.
However … I did get a call from him at 1am … because he couldn’t remember the name of his nurse and liked him so mu...ch …that he didn’t want to offend. LOL
He called again this morning because he couldn’t find his “Hoo Hoo” aka stylus pen for his iPad. They had no clue what he was talking about. LOL
He did say that it seemed like a really nice place and he got up this morning and had breakfast with the other 4 men at the dining room table.
The owner of this house is a sweet … sweet … lady who is concerned about me and my mental state. She called this afternoon to check on ME! Then she told me that Gordo was doing well and had just finished singing to her.
As long as he’s singing … my heart is good.
Just thought to give you all an update.
Kisses … CoraSee More

A new cast of characters

Although I know moving Dad today is best for both he and I … this may be the saddest day for me.
He is doing much better than me.
You would think … I would be looking forward to getting my life back. But the truth is … my life will never be the same. This experience of caring for Gordo has without question … been wonderfully ”life changing”.
I’m not even sure what to do with my impending new freedom. Only know that I am terribly grateful to my family and friends for affording me this amazing journey with my daddy.
After today … our new journey begins … with a whole new cast of characters.
Thanks to all for your constant kind words and support.
Kisses … Cora aka Pooker Annie

Got Work?

OK folks!
Gordo will be moving on Monday.
I need to take some time to help him get acclimated to his new surroundings.
But … then … I really want to go back to work.
I would really like to use the recent life experiences (Gordo) … Plus my years of expertise in Sales, Marketing, Customer Relations and Management.
If anyone knows of some company willing to take a chance on a 50 year old female …with my credentials … as they are. Please … give them my email address … cora_blanchard@yahoo.com
Love … Cora

Love My Baby Sister!

It was decided that last night … while I was at my daughter in-law’s birthday party … that Liz would tell dad about his upcoming move to the personal care home we selected for him.
I couldn’t stop crying … as Liz hugged my neck and assured me that it would be OK. I was so spun up that I felt physically ill.
Had a couple glasses of wine at the party and began to calm down. Then my phone rang. It was Liz. OMG my heart sank and panic set in … as I just knew Gordo did not take the news well. I (reluctantly) answered. I faintly heard Liz’s voice say “Dad wants to talk with you”. I’m thinking …can’t this wait? I’m at a party and the last thing I want to do is have a nervous breakdown in the living room. But … went outside to hear … “Pooker Annie … Elizabeth told me about everything. I know you feel bad … but don’t. I’ll be just fine. You need to take care of yourself too.” I burst into tears … “Daddy … you don’t hate me?” How could I ever hate you? You have given up your life for me. Promise me that you’ll take care of yourself!” All I could muster up was … “I promise”.
We left the party soon afterwards. Liz, Dad and Robby were in his room chatting it up. I practically ran to him and gave him a kiss. He had a huge smile. Sat on his bed and held his hand. “Well … now I can go back to enjoying you and just being your daughter. He thought about it and simply said “That’s true Pooker Annie”.
Not exactly sure what Liz really said to dad … but all I know to say is … Thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking what could have been a very unpleasant experience and turning it into one of the most touching moments of my life.
Love My Baby Sister!

Alrighty Then

I was going to refrain from posting these two Gordo quotes … because they might offend. Then thought … you all might appreciate them anyway. ;)

Tuesday morning… “I had a fabulous dream Pooker Annie. I met the Pope and he was actually a hell of a good guy”.

Yesterday … when reading the paper he pipes up. “Pooker Annie … did you know that the stupid President Bush is in the hospital? That poor bastard”.

All I had to say was … “Alrighty then”           

Have a good day and remember to smile.

Daddy's Girl

OK folks … I am sad.

It has become obvious to me that I can no longer take proper care of dad.

I have given him all I have … but it is just not enough.

We had him in the most lavish nursing home for two weeks and he hated it. So I searched and searched for some place where he would have … as close to what I do for him as possible.

My sister and I believe we have found one. It is a residential home … that currently takes 24/7 care of 4 other men.

He’ll share a room with one other gentleman … for now … until a private room becomes available.

Liz is going to tell him … as I CANNOT … without … bursting into tears.

Waiting on doctors’ orders … then we’ll tell him and move Dad into his new place.

I may be heart-sick for a few days, so if I do not respond to emails … please give me some time.

Kisses ... Cora