12 hours a day!

August 31, 2006 Good news! We got the 12 hours of caregiving a day for Ben! Our lives are about to change dramatically. I’m even going to be able to get away for a night or two! Wow! We are so fortunate!
Ben’s improving- still a bit wobbly but he’s been sleeping well. The occasional mini-cigar and beer seem to be doing the trick. He actually seems to be understanding things he didn’t before- such as why he can’t drive yet. So life is getting better.
We had a terrific turnout last weekend for the work party- we got almost everything crossed off the list. Thanks to John Paul and Janet who showed up and worked like slaves both days! Many thanks to George and Sherry and Charlie and Cappy who have been a tremendous help- don’t forget to vote for Charlie Williams for superior court judge in the primary. Many thanks to Maize’s daughter and her friend Chelsea, Ben’s daughter Cyndi and her husband Doug, Lindsey, Ibbie, Angie, Chris, Cecelia, Kitty, Claudia, Perrin, Jane, Lenny and Shelly- I hope I didn’t forget anyone- if I did please know I am not quite playing with a full deck.
We had a visit from the city of Olympia building department on Monday- seems Ben failed to take out a building permit- so Ralph, who used to be building inspector, is negotiating for us. Consequently, I’m not sure what all we can do on the new structure this weekend but there’s plenty of other stuff to do- hope to see you this Saturday or Sunday starting at noon- I’ll have lunch for you.
Again, thanks for your prayers and positive energy. It’s working!