Hello Sisters,
Once again I'm apologizing for being out of the loop for awhile. Just life and not enough hours in the day...plus I've been sick with a stomach thing...probably nerves...hopefully I'll have some news of some kind to share in the not so distant future!! Thanks for all the great posts and news on Mom and Dad...I'm so hoping we are closer to Jonesboro sooner rather than later so I can start pulling my share!! I hate that they've taken Mom off of the appetite stimulant..sounds like it was working great! Have they said anything about putting Dad on it for awhile? So Dad is now over his pneumonia and infection? Glad they were watching out for that! All of this just sucks...I'd like to bury my head about a lot of it, but you're right Jeanie...you've got to just take it for what it is, not what was or even should be! Again, I'll be happy to be closer...
Jeanie, I'm so sorry to hear about Annie...I love that dog and she loves people food..I hope her life doesn't have to change too much! Hey one good thing about the shots...you're a pro at it already...doesn't make it easier, I know, but at least you've had experience already. I'll say a prayer for both of you!:) Judy, glad you're home!! I know you had a great time...can't believe how much Logan has changed just since I saw him this Summer! I know it's hard leaving them...here's hoping the little Cheatwoods move closer to home soon as well!! Thanks for all ya'll are doing everyday for Mom and Dad....I love you, Jamie

Yeah I don't like Dad not being himself for a week either. That worries me! Mom I know has gone down so much in the last few months when I think about where she was even when she went in down there to where she is now is HUGE!! I guess she'll never know any of us ever again and that makes me soooooo sad!!! I think we look familiar but that's not the same as knowing we are her daughters, our names and even maybe what a daughter is! On a good note, I'm home!!! I had a great time and I'm so glad I went but I do love my house! I'll come to Jonesboro as soon as I can but I have a hair appt on Wed, sewing group at church Wed afternoon, I work Friday morning and then Friday afternoon I have my appt to get my picture taken for our church directory. Gee there is always something it seems like anymore! I'll come this coming weekend probably though and will post when I do. I know Jeanie will be home tomorrow and she told me today that she would go Monday if she doesn't have to babysit Maggie but will Tuesday if she does. Love to all and thanks for the posts! Judy

I know what you mean about the eating thing with Mom, Pat. I like for her to eat! Not eating is NOT good! She definitely has gained some weight, but she tries to eat EVERYTHING! That can't be good. We'll just have to watch and see how she does. She's really not good right now. I understand that about Mom. What worries me is Dad. That's kind of all week he's been 'confused and not good'. That is not like Dad. He has his moments of confusion, but it's not all the time. Good job on going. I'm late and have to run! Love you all, Jeanie

Jerry and I went to see Mom and Dad today. By the time I got off work at noon and drove down there, they were ending up their lunch. A guy was feeding Mother, but she did not want to eat. She kept chewing on her bib and fingers. It was very depressing! I missed a call from the nursing home yesterday about a change in Mom's medications, so I asked Debbie today what it was. Well, the Dr. has taken her off of the appetite stimulant. I asked her if it was because Mother had gained weight and she said she thought it was because she was doing a lot better. Well, I figure without the med. she's going to stop eating again. Today at lunch, she hardly ate a thing. One of the girls said that she had eaten all of her breakfast and had a sandwich for snack, so I guess maybe she just wasn't hungry. That worries me, though, because I like the fact that she eats. Dad was not very good today, either. He was pretty confused and didn't act just right. Debbie said his sugar had been good and that he had taken a long nap before lunch. I'm like Pam - I hate the mealtime part. It's horrible in there - as much as I like to eat, I'd have a hard time eating in that situation. I guess you get used to it. Anyway, a pretty depressing visit, but like Pam said at least they are fed and clean. Okay, love you all, pat p.s. Tell Annie, I hope she feels better!

Pam, if there are no finger foods, ask. Her menu always says finger foods and ice cream. I asked the one day, and they brought her a turkey and cheese sandwich. She does make a terrible mess, but it's because she has no idea of where and what things are for or what to do! Hey, she IS eating though because she's not that tiny anymore! LOL! Good job on the going and posting. It makes me feel better being able to get on here and read about them! Judy, be careful on your trip home tonight! Love you all, Jeanie

I went yesterday, Thurs., to see Mom and Dad again. I didn't get to leave here until Jim got off the bus, which puts me over there at dinner time, which I hate, but their trays were brought quickly, so it turned out ok. Dad was very confused, said something about Mom hadn't taken her medicine for the day. They didn't eat much, which I don't blame them, because it did not look good at all. I thought Mom was suppose to have finger food? She makes the biggest mess. She is so out of it one minute, and then just comes out with something that makes so much sense. It's crazy! Anyway, they were ok, not great, but they are alive, fed and taken care of. I got Dad some tobacco before I left, which makes him happy. Hope you all are well and happy too. Love, Pam

I am so sorry about Annie and the diabetes but if there was ever a dog that was going to get great care, it's Annie. I know you and Bruce will do everything you can for her and she'll be fine! The North Pole was good but Santa wasn't there. He was on vacation!lol I think I'm a couple weeks late coming this year because it was only beautiful with the orange/yellow trees for about a day. I haven't seen the Northern Lights this year either which are fabulous! I hope Mom and Dad are doing ok. I will check on them as soon as I'm home. Love to all, Judy