A Family Affair

Fay had a wonderful time visiting with her children, a bevy of grandchildren (Bethany, Sarah, Brighton and husband,  Ryan, Ty and wife, Diane), and even a trio of lovely great grandchildren (Shilo, Spencer, and Hannah).

We took some pictures which will be posted.  We also found some interesting photos among the boxes in the storage unit.  I will try to post those as well.

Last night when I arrived for dinner, I found an older gentleman, Terrell, had been placed opposite  Fay at her  table.  His wife, Evelyn, was also there with him.  He seems to have alzheimers. (and unlike the other residents, he does not require a wheelchair.)  Fay picked up on his behavior immediately.  She was very alert, watching his every move like a cat.  I haven't seen her this intensely focused on anyone or anything for a while.  She finally relaxed after he left the table.  I took her to her room to get things ready for bed, etc.  This is usually when we will chat.  I sat down on her bed and began asking her the normal questions, waiting for her to answer.  I finally realized, after lifting her sunglasses, that she was sleeping.  I waited a while, because this does happen on occasion, but she continued sleeping.  I  left when Ashley, the aide, started to get her ready for bed. 

  I am not sure why she was so fixated on Terrell.  It could have been something else -5 residents were quite ill after having the fish for lunch.  Perhaps her stomach was upset.... I will try to talk to her about this tonight.