It's a football feast for football fans (Dad and Jack); Dave, Jon and I did other things. Jon and I made a quick trip to The Fresh Market then Krogers, Dave played computer solitaire while staying with the Green brothers. He had been able to make it to church this morning, while I stayed here and did laundry, gathered up the recycles, and generally putzed around Dad's house. Jon had gotten up with Dad 3 times during the night, so he still hasn't had a good solid block of sleep. He is continuing to sleep on the mattress on the floor in Dad's room.
Dad's mood/attitude has been a little different with Uncle Jack here, but it's hard to put my finger on what it is. He's been constipated and grumpy, bossy, and a little kingly. I think he is trying hard to be the tough guy in front of his brother; I acknowledge I could be completely wrong. He has complained very little about pain, and maybe he is extremely uncomfortable and doesn't want to say so. I do know he is self-conscious about having anyone help him, and I think it makes him grumpy to be this way in front of Uncle Jack. I hope he can relax a little bit and realize we all want to make things easier for him, not emasculate him.
The weather has been beautiful. Jon, Jack and I traced Dad's route for a walk this afternoon and enjoyed the scenery and breezes. I'd love to get Dad outside on his porch swing for an hour, but he hasn't been in the mood. I think if he were able to go outside, he would perk up. I know I would.
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