A Boring Update

This is a bit of a dull update... but we'll take dull!  It is a beautiful autumn day here on the West Coast.  Trees are marking the passage of time... the ones that line the street in dad's sight line from his room were green with red tops a couple of weeks ago, and now they are fully red.  Dad has changed from writhing around in his bed in agony (and me; a basket case), to sitting up in his chair today, having somewhat of a conversation with me. Sunday will mark 4 weeks in the hospital. It doesn't feel that long, despite all the happenings. 

Had a long talk with the OT today about preparing for the 15 hour flight, YVR to SYD.  In some ways, it feels daunting, all the things to consider, and pack!  Medication for Parkinson's and sleeping, snacks, cleaning supplies, along with the rest of the typical carry on items.  We are preparing for every eventuality... and in doing so, I think we just might be alright.  People have commented that it's a long flight... and this is true!  However, I would prefer a 15 hour flight to Sydney rather than the 22 hour car ride from BC to Saskatchewan!!  It is all in what you are used to.  (At least it isn't the 13 hour flight to Hong Kong, 4 hour stopover and 9 hours to Sydney... now that is a long journey!)

Definitely in a better head space today than yesterday... must have something to do with that sun.  Good thing we are headed to the land of sunshine (and meat pies, Cherry Ripes, endless beaches, Sydney Ferries, fabulous coffee, amazing restaurants... and something else too... oh yes... family!)