I realize that I write most of my entries when something of significance occurs (usually something I feel is not so good). Right now I feel that Kate seems to be on a plateau. She is not any better than she was before, but she seems to be content. We continue to enjoy doing things and enjoy each other’s company.
Today she has been outside since we returned from our Y breakfast this morning. We also stopped at Lowe’s along the way. It must have been 9:45 when we returned. I had a board luncheon at noon; so she made do with a leftover sandwich and yogurt for her lunch. I suspect she only came in to get something to eat and/or drink and went back outside. It is now 3:50 and I got home around 1:45. She has been outside the whole time. At least she enjoys what she is doing.
The most troublesome symptom lately has been her boredom around the house. She still is able to do only jigsaw puzzles, work on the computer (photos), and the yard. She has also been doing some organizing of her clothes recently. The rooms don’t look as much in disarray as they have in the past.
She still gets irritated with me when we are going places. That is because I try to keep her posted on how much time we have. When I am able, I just let her take as much time as she needs. That works out well. I am coming to the end of my board responsibility with the foundation at the end of September. That will give me more free time. We should have fewer problems in the future.
Because of her boredom, I have been more diligent in trying to keep her entertained. I am even beginning to think about another trip, a cruise from Rome to Amsterdam next May. I am in a quandary trying to assess the risk of doing so. If her condition next May is the way it is now, I wouldn’t hesitate. I just don’t know. I am definitely leaning toward taking a chance and buying the insurance if it will cover pre-existing conditions.
