Dad is not doing well. Just before we left, he had a bad day, then seemed to get better. That he may have done just for our convenience. I am sure he would have done that if he is still capable of such things. We left with some trepidation, but knowing we have no control over what happens.
Unbeknownst to us, the nursing home, so diligent and kind to Dad, started calling Jill and Chris with condition reports nearly as soon as we left.
Francis had a visit to the ER, where they discovered he had developed canker sores, thus a specific reason for him to stop eating. So IV fluids at the nursing home seemed to be the best approach. His weight is going down, but we hope he will last for our goodbyes.
Birdie has shed so many tears in the last couple years and more on this trip, but with the certain knowledge that he knows how much she loves (and we all love) him. She has been so devoted to seeing him and sometimes feeding him. Best I can do is cut his hair and sometimes give him a good shave. He will rest better in Salem next to Bunny and it won’t be long now.
Jill had a long-planned retreat, so Chris is in charge and visiting Grandpa with Carly and Gretchen.
Debbie is coming for the auction, July 11, so ironic to be so soon.
We thank all of you for your love and caring.
Birdie and Ken
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