February 28, 2009

We had some great phone calls from long time friends this week Joan G. from Pacifica Boat Club days, called in from Idaho so was great to catch up... and Mary Ellen W., mom's cousin from Washington called and they had a nice visit. And of course all the regulars call in on schedule. Mom loves to hear from everyone and is so happy with all the attention... I think she forgets why some times but that is ok as long as she is feeling good and not in pain, then it helps with her positve attitude and cheery disposition (as always).
We are looking forward to a visit on Sunday from Glady Rose and her daughter Kathy. I cooked up my vegetable strata for a late brunch provided we have good weather.! keeping our fingers crossed.

Mitchell had the day off today (saturday) - he is so great to stick around the house all week while I am at work, he keeps a close eye on mom. I'm so pleased when he has a chance to get away with friends. Robert and Reed G. took him to SF today to see the tall ships and spend some time at the maritime museum.

This is our good neigbor Connie on her front porch. She sneaks over every morning and leaves a cup of fresh coffee and the news papers on our rail for mom. She is also so good to drop in and check on her or be on call if we need her. It's nice to be able to share my baked goods with her. Remember those old recipes mom went thru last week well today, I tried a few. we made a great zucchini bread. Also tried an old recipe for bing cherry sherbert ice cream... Some times those old tried and true recipes are the best. - mom went to bed early today as she was quite tired, so I hope she can enjoy in the a.m.

The social worker from Hospise, Miriam C. has been so helpful and provided lots of guidance and support in her two short visits. She is moving on to another position and we will miss her alot.

Mitchell and his good friend Olive with mom. We had a nice Pork roast dinner together Wed evening. Olive is a great artist and spends lots of time at the kitchen counter working on her craft. Her watercolors are just amazing and CC is always asking for her and her bubbling personality.

Last Wed had a visit to the VA Clinic for a quick blood test... waiting for results - I'll call on Monday.

Jim M. our good neighbor dropped in for his run with Jones. He and his wife Jeannie (and the girls too, Ashley and Collette) are such good neighbors and we are so grateful for all their help not to mention the great parties they throw and we are most always invited and mom has made quite a few.