Monday, October 06, 2008

Florida or Bust

Tomorrow I am going to Florida with my 94 y.o. mother for 6 and 1/2 weeks. In that short period of time I have to evaluate whether she is able to live alone as she so dearly wants to. If she is unable to manage by herself than I have the unwelcome task of persuading her to come home with me or making other arrangements. I also have the frightening job of evaluating her ability to drive a car without endangering herself and others.
I am hoping (all though some others strongly disagree) that she will realize that she is unable to safely take care of herself. Please pray for her and me.

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

I knew you woun't leave with out a messge for us. Mom sounded very strong and happy to be going back to her home in Flordia.We are all so happy you can go with her. I know you have a great task ahead of you as Mom is determined she can live alone.Also she is determined she will drive down there. God Bless you sis. I know you will make the right decision for all of us. love ya bunches Mary lou

Anonymous said...

Hope this isn't too stressful for you. If you need to call in the troops, I'd love a free trip to Florida!!! lol.
Anyhowj.......Grandma seemed better the day before you left, hopefully she'll do better in her own environment. ~julie

Anonymous said...

Hoping you have a safe and wonderful trip... Thanks for the updates.. I always need reminders to check these things since life is so hectic!...Thanks for the Vowles pics too! I might be the "little sister", but there's not a thing LITTLE about me. :-)..

Have I told you lately, what a blessing you are and how much I love you? You have been such a strong, brave woman throughout all you've dealt with. You are my hero!!!

Talk to you soon.
Love,
Muriel