Bank Holiday Weekend

[debris4spike]

...But no real plans, other than cleaning and housework for Mum & Dad.

Sadly Mum's health hasn't been great recently - with her heart failure increasing ... meaning she has literally no enery.  Then this week she was registered blind ... so emotionally tough.  Dad and I have just been talking, as well, as she really has major memory loss ... Dad finds it hard to deal with (as do I) ... although he has Alzheimer's, she actually has less memory than him, but wont acknowledge the fact.

Still they do well ... considering.  However I think the real reason the cope so well with life is that when I am missing during the week, Jiffy takes over their care ... He always tells me he has had a tough week when I arrive on a Friday ... LOL

OK, enough down thoughts.

Decided to share a health tip, that someone emailed to me -

When you drink Vodka, and ice you get kidney failure.
When you drink Rum, and ice you get liver failure.

When you drink Whiskey, and ice you get heart failure.
When you drink Gin, and ice you get brain problems.

Apparently ice is really bad for you!!!


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Comments

[comlodge.livejournal.com]

Sorry to hear your folks. Mine also have serious health issues. I guess that is the privilege of ageing, unfortunately.

Thanks so much for the tip about the ice. I shall definitely avoid it from now on. :D

[debris4spike]

Thanks - I have to remind myself that I have had the advantage of a good relationship with them for more years than most people get.

Yes, ice - truly bad for you!

[deborahw37.livejournal.com]

I'm so sorry about your parent's failing health... but you are such a rock of support for them, as of course is Jiffy.

[debris4spike]

Thanks Deb - I have to remind myself that I have had the advantage of a good relationship with them for more years than most people get.

True - Jiffy is the true hero of the family.

[diebirchen.livejournal.com]

Your parents are lucky to have you! Be strong.

[debris4spike]

Thanks - I have to remind myself that I have had the advantage of a good relationship with them for more years than most people get.

[diebirchen.livejournal.com]

When I was going through all that with my parents, I kept telling myself that if i didn't do it the right way then, I'd have the rest of my life to be sorry. You're a good daughter!

[debris4spike]

Yes, life can be tough - but I don't want to end up regretting things.

*hugs*

[desdemonaspace]

What a support you are to your folks. I relate to the challenge our generation has (every generation, really) of caring for aging parents, but it's sure not easy when it's your turn.

I admire your strength and spirit. And that's a good joke. Must avoid ice!

[debris4spike]

Thank you

Thanks - I have to remind myself that I have had the advantage of a good relationship with them for more years than most people get.

Yes, ice - truly bad for you!

[kazzy-cee.livejournal.com]

Very difficult when the spirit is there but the body is wearing out, thank goodness you are close by!

I'm avoiding ice from now on! LOL!

[debris4spike]

Thanks - I have to remind myself that I have had the advantage of a good relationship with them for more years than most people get.

Yes, ice - truly bad for you!

[missus-grace.livejournal.com]

You must be a blessing to your parents, as they are to you. Keeping your family in my prayers. <3

[debris4spike]

Thanks Grace

I have to remind myself that I have had the advantage of a good relationship with them for more years than most people get.