We have moved, and are now living with our daughter and this guy and his sister, Delta. We are a bit over and hour from our old house...and still have stuff to bring, but we have what is necessary for living.
It was a rough start to getting here...the night before moving, Roger fell again face first into the floor...but this time he was up in just a minute. He was coughing again and I think just got light headed. The first week here, he was trying to get up and slid out of bed and fell over, and I think the same week, he was going to the bathroom one night and fell hard in the bathroom.
Our daughter heard and came...she got him to roll over off his arm, and helped him sit up on his bottom. She was facing him and wrapped her arms around under his armpits, and physically picked him up to where he could get his legs under him...after she got him up I was pushing from behind...
Then she was able to help him get steady on his feet. Both these falls he was using his walker. I am amazed he did not hurt himself on it. I do not know how she did it, she is NOT big...not tall...but she does work out most days. Her job requires that she stays fit.
Otherwise, he slept through the night a night or two ago, the first time in years. He is not up as much at night either. a lot of nights only one time...but sometimes two.
That is about it for now. I will try to do a post now and then....
Good to see you post. Wow, she must be strong. Glad she was there to help. It sounds like maybe he is feeling comforted there, by the way you say he is sleeping. That is good. I am glad you are there.
ReplyDeleteHi Rose. Long time no see. But now I know why. I am so sorry about Roger!!! You have really been through it. Blessings to you, my friend.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad that you are finally moved and that you have your daughter to help Roger get up when he falls. It looks like Roger will soon have to move to an assisted living place before he seriously injures himself, which certainly would not be easy living away from family.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the update.
Hugs,
Julia
So good to see you posting and now settled in with your daughter. What a blessing she was to be able to help get Roger up. Sometimes God gives us extra strength to deal with things that we have to.
ReplyDeletePrayers continue for you, Roger, and family.
Having family close by so very important. Hope you both settle in fast.
ReplyDeleteIt's a good thing you have the option of moving in with your daughter. This will be such a help to both you and Roger. I hope the falling becomes less and less an issue. With all that's going on don't forget to take care of yourself too!
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy to hear that you have moved in with your daughter. I used to struggle trying to get my hubby up again, and once even had to call the ambulance to help me (he was a big man). It can be a bit scary at times. Like Granny Marigold above, I want to say remember to look after you as well. Sometimes folk forget about the carer and yet they need to keep well so they can continue the job they are doing caring for their loved one. Big hugz, Rose. Mxxx
ReplyDeleteI am glad you are with your daughter now. I am also glad that Roger was unhurt from the falls. He must have strong bones which is great!
ReplyDeleteI hope you will have some relaxing times in the months ahead! Take care you two!
Hello Rose, I am very sorry you're having to go through all this, and that Roger has had his falls. It must have been very scary. Your daughter certainly has been supportive in more ways than one. She's a blessing for sure and I'm glad you are now with her full time. Wishing you only the very best and that things will settle down for you. Many hugs!
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy to see you posting. I'm also happy that you now have your daughters help.
ReplyDeleteThat's a sweet face on that dog.
I hope that this arrangement will make it easier for you and Roger both.
ReplyDeleteyou know I love Copper and this photo makes me love him more. I want to hug him. I am glad you are with your daughter and believe Roger and you will benefit more and more each day. Your daughter is a blessing for sure and has to be really strong to get him up like that. prayers that the move gets better and better and that a magician will come along and do the house for you. sorry that is looming out there waiting
ReplyDeleteI'm pleased to read that you are now settled in with your daughter.
ReplyDeleteThank goodness she was to be able to help get Roger up after his fall.
Sending my good wishes.
All the best Jan
I'm glad to see you have posted again even though I am late checking. The move in with your daughter had to a lot of work and difficult. Thankfully you had that option. You are doing a great job and Roger is blessed to have you in his life.
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Looks like a great new companion and you being at your daughters is a blessing. Hope you both adjust...and Roger stops falling!
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