Well...Mom and Dad came to town Wednesday and looked at 2 garden homes and a house in my neighborhood. The house was about as perfect as they could get, if they were certain they wanted to make this move. That's the big "IF". Mom and Dad love their home and their property so much that this decision is being put on hold for a while. They are still considering putting their place on the market and then moving, but they are not certain that's what they want to do either. We kids are being 100% supportive and telling them that we want them to do exactly what makes them happy. Truthfully, they vacillate almost on a daily basis, but we are patient and do what they ask when they ask. I cannot imagine having to make this decision. It's heart wrenching to know how much they want to stay in their home. It would be easier if Mom would accept help in the form of a caretaker for Dad, a housekeeper, etc. They do allow Jerry to come one to two times per week, so we are grateful for that. Again, they are getting supportive input from their kids and that's enough for now! We're not saying much, just listening to their wants, needs and desires and doing everything in our power to be sure they are happy and well taken care of!
Thank you for all your prayers and your loving support! God bless you all!
Lord, throughout our lives you partnered with our parents in loving and caring for us. Now they are in their golden years and I ask that you partner with us in giving them the same tender loving care. Give us the strength to be fully present for our parents and lovingly tend to their needs. Amen.
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