We'll be leaving again for Illinois and my "baby brother" will be taking over for us. While we were living on the mainland for 34 years, it was Dennis who was always on call for our parents.
Dennis is one of those people who will drop everything to help out when needed. There were several trips where he came along with us to help care for mom. It made it a lot easier for us, especially when mom hurt her knee and needed a wheelchair. Mom treasured those times because she could have him to herself for a short while.
Dennis now comes to stay with mom while we're gone because at 90 and getting more forgetful and unstable, we don't want to leave her alone.
Mom is loving it.
Dennis has inherited her alcohol resistant genes. While Art has Asian flush (alcohol is detrimental to his health) and I don't care much for it, Dennis and mom both enjoy their sake and wine.
When we're gone, mom says Dennis gives her wine (just a little cupful she says ) undiluted. And they both enjoy ice cream together. I always give her 1 part wine/1 part sparkling water every other day.
Art and I are grateful because he has also fixed up the garden. He happens to be a wonderful gardener.
I want to give my sister-in-law, Nancy a big thank you for sharing him with us so we can take our trips with confidence. They have the days together, but she goes home during the night to take care of their granddaughter and spend time with my nephew.
Hmmm... we'd better go out to get some beer for Dennis... and mom.
Dennis now comes to stay with mom while we're gone because at 90 and getting more forgetful and unstable, we don't want to leave her alone.
Mom is loving it.
Dennis has inherited her alcohol resistant genes. While Art has Asian flush (alcohol is detrimental to his health) and I don't care much for it, Dennis and mom both enjoy their sake and wine.
When we're gone, mom says Dennis gives her wine (just a little cupful she says ) undiluted. And they both enjoy ice cream together. I always give her 1 part wine/1 part sparkling water every other day.
Art and I are grateful because he has also fixed up the garden. He happens to be a wonderful gardener.
I want to give my sister-in-law, Nancy a big thank you for sharing him with us so we can take our trips with confidence. They have the days together, but she goes home during the night to take care of their granddaughter and spend time with my nephew.
Hmmm... we'd better go out to get some beer for Dennis... and mom.
maybe you will see some snow! we are supposed to get some on saturday. it has been such a warm winter. have a safe trip kay!
ReplyDeletewhat at treasure
ReplyDeleteYou all make a great team! Linda in Kansas
ReplyDeleteDennis is a wonderful brother and I am sure he and your dear Mom will enjoy their one on one time together.
ReplyDeleteFamily is important and you post explains why it's important.
ReplyDeleteThat is pretty special.
ReplyDeleteIt is great when family steps up willingly like that. Your Mom is so well loved and cared for at all times.
ReplyDeleteDennis is a great guy!
ReplyDeleteWonderful brother! You have such a great family. Safe traveling.
ReplyDeleteYou have the best family, Kay. I am glad I was able to meet both Dennis AND your mom. :-)
ReplyDeleteYou are truly blessed with a magnificent family!
ReplyDeleteYou are hardy to brave Illinois in February! Hope you have a good time with nothing to worry about at home, thanks to brother Dennis.
ReplyDeleteThat's good he enjoys it.
ReplyDeleteDennis is a treasure.
ReplyDeleteSo cute!
ReplyDeleteWonderful brother and son and I am sure he knows he has a great sister.
ReplyDeleteI guess you're used to the cold weather of Illinois. Safe travels.
ReplyDeleteJust hooray for your family and mom.
ReplyDeleteHappy for you that Dennis is able (and willing) to take care of Mom while you're away. That means less stress for you and Art. You're blessed to have such a loving and giving brother. Enjoy your time away!
ReplyDeleteI guess having Dennis as caretaker is a treat in more ways than one. :-)
ReplyDeleteI love that they share sake and wine and ice cream! So very dear.
ReplyDeleteA sweet brother!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your trip, Ms Kay!
I was blessed to have our granddaughter come for my birthday! She'll stay with me until we all go to lunch on Sat. Dennis came over for a couple of hours yesterday to play with H and H and I will go visit Great Gramma and take her to lunch. It's quite lonely and quiet without Dennis underfoot all the time but we're happy to help with Mom. Extra bonus: Dennis planted more herbs for us to "borrow" from you. Have a wonderful trip!
ReplyDeleteI hope the herbs survive. Ummmm... I’m noticing the basil isn’t doing that great. Fingers crossed. I’m so glad H could be with you for your birthday. I hope she was able to go with you to visit her great grandma. I’m glad you can all have this time together too.
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