Update on my parents

Several readers have asked for an update on my parents. So here's the update: There isn't much to report.

Seriously, that's a good thing ... I guess. My mom is doing well in the long-term care facility. My dad visits her twice a day and feeds her lunch and dinner. He often stays with her in the evening until visiting hours are over. He's actually making friends with others in the nursing home and enjoys the companionship, and just sharing time with Mom.

I'm beyond grateful Mom is getting the care she needs. Dad is adjusting to being alone in the house, and has a "smart watch"-type gizmo that can alert help if, say, he slips in the bathroom or something. My youngest brother, who lives about an hour away, keeps in daily contact with him. (Literally. My dad calls my brother every morning when he wakes up, just to report he's fine. It's something they both agreed to do on a daily basis. My brother is a saint.)

Two of my brothers and sisters-in-law are taking my dad to Las Vegas in July for his 90th birthday. Frankly that sounds like the vacation from hell to me, but maybe it wouldn't be so bad if I didn't actually have to drive in that blasted city. At any rate, Dad admits it's been a long time since he's been able to travel anywhere, and is looking forward to the trip.

I thank everyone for their concern and ongoing prayers for my parents in this new phase of their lives.