Things are settling down a bit

It's been a week or so since the last posting. My Dad is beginning to settle in a bit at the VA Center and his knee is responding to IV antibiotic therapy. The cellulitis is still there but is much improved. As for me, it's been a week of weaning him away from constant contact with me and working to have him rely on the staff of the VA to take care of him rather than expecting me to run out there every time he calls. It has been difficult to tell him "No!" and refuse to come and bail him out or simply to run out just because, but it seems to be working. His physician, nurses and I are in agreement that this is best for him and me in the long run.

Thankfully, Elizabeth arrives later in the day on Wednesday afternoon for a visit until Saturday evening. Her visit is a welcome respite for me and we plan to enjoy each other's company and share in that with our Dad, especially on Friday. While my father has been anxious for me to come take him out or bring him over to my house, the doctors agree that it is too soon. He is still receiving IV antibiotics daily and his knee is just not strong enough to navigate without assistance on a flat surface, much less steps and any uneven surfaces.

We are hoping to share a picnic lunch with him on Friday at spend time visiting before we take in a baseball game in Oklahoma City and enjoy a fireworks display after the game.

Here's wishing each of you a happy and safe Fourth of July. Thanks to our veterans for the sacrifices that make this holiday possible.