Wayne you are there for him. Your relationship might not be perfect being there is what is important. I'm sorry that you are facing this alone, I know that it is a very difficult time. my thoughts and prayers are with you, your dad and your family.

 

You have a lot on your shoulders right now and you're doing a great job. A commendable job. Very difficult working with someone who doesn't want to go for medical care when they really need to. And, I couldn't agree more about the job nurses do. It's not until you are hanging out in a hospital for hours that you see the scope of what they deal with and under what limitations. My thoughts are with you and with your father.

always Wayne. thoughts and prayers for the both of you!

I'm thinking about both you and him, and sending strength your way.

you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers Wayne.. We love ya

I went though some of the same, Wayne, and I can only send you the Greek wish "May it soon pass."

 

Unfortunately older parents often resist our efforts to help them, and it doesn't have much to do with the quality of the prior relationship, I don't think. What might be different is that those of us that had more difficult relationships feel guiltier, when we get impatient or upset with our parents, for not accepting our help when they should. I spoke about that to my sister at the time; she's always had a good relationship with my dad, but she was just as upset at him as I was. In fact she used the word "angry", which is how I'd felt but hadn't wanted to admit even to myself. So go easy on yourself.

Unc you adopted me soon after joining GA we had a past linked through pain. Mine was my mum yours was your dad. And I went through the nursing process for two years as she got worse. Her troubles were a lot grosser than your dads.

You dont get half the recognition that you should. To cope how you do and still be here for everyone on GA and FB. My thoughts are with you Unc.

Wayne hope things take a turn for the better, me and Marky are thinking of you

ofcourse, you are in our prayer. Stay strong. And please don't ignore your own health. Two sick people is worse than one, especially if one supports the other. I totally agree with you regarding the nurses. I think, they never recieve their due respect. Without the nurses a doctor is handicapped. They are just as integral to the healthcare as any other.

thinking of you

Wow Wayne, that is not a rant, that is just getting it out of your system, and as you can see, you have many here who are here for you. I hope things improve for your dad, as well as for the relationship that you are trying to build or keep stable, so you can be there for him. Sending you strength and patience, and a big hug!