I sure miss talking to you.  I keep wondering how you are doing, but we not seem to connect.  I thought maybe the blog was the way to go.  So, how are you?  Are you eating?  Read any good books lately?  How's Luke? When are you planning to go to DC?  I think we will go out on Thurs night and come home Sunday.  That way we can see Randy and Cindy Sat. nite...if they are around.

They are moving Dad to the Alzheimer's unit on Wednesday.  It is so hard to make that decision.  Tho I know he needs to be there, it breaks my heart.  I feel like the bad daughter who put her dad away.  I am sure you understand.  And, then, wouldn't you know it, he's had a 'good spell' since Sunday.  He asked to be shaved on Sunday, he is up walking around, knew he needed to use the toilet and is in a great mood.  I feel so guilty for moving him.  I know it is the right thing and I know he needs to be there - but why does he have to be doing so dang good right now!  It is just so hard.  Lee and I went to the Harbor to see his room and it just made me so sad.  They have all these 'locked' areas and some of the people are a little 'insane' - but well taken care of - just so sad.  They work more on group activities and the unit is only 18 residents - there is better care and attention for him. Each nurse has only 4 residents - and they were all nice and seemed to like their jobs.  I just know in my heart it is where he needs to be.....

Mom is doing well.  Linda finished the bed skirt and it looks beautiful - can't wait to see the valance.  She does such beautiful work.  She moved the pillows from the love seat to the wall along the bed, and with her pillow sham it looks like a daybed - very pretty.  Now, we can decorate the wall above it.  Maybe just three little metal plaques or something.  I will be on the lookout for that next.  Maybe I will take her to Home Goods tomorrow night - to get her out of there.  I know that will be a bad day for her.

Scott and Martha are going to be here this weekend.  Linda is having a b-day party for her on Saturday and I am thinking of what kind of 'princess' cake to make for her.  I cannot decide if I want to do a Barbie doll, princess crown or castle.  I think I might call Isabella and see what SHE wants.  I have some pretty good ideas in my head. 

I love you!
Phyllis

Mandy took the boys for a bike ride yesterday and Everett fell asleep on big brother, Owen.  Everett looks comfortable, but Owen looks scrunched a bit.