I'm staying with dad while mom is at my brother's in Indianapolis. Last time I stayed with him, I got him started on audiobooks. Now he reads at least 4 or 5 books a week.
I'm sitting here in mom's chair, happily reading my book and I hear him laugh. The David Baldacci mystery/thriller must have had a good bit of humor.
If you've ever heard my dad's genuine laugh, you'd know why I cherish that sound. I admire him for so many things. >>
Today I'm learning from him how to grow old gracefully. It's true that he can't do what he one was able to do. He actually misses working. He was never a big social butterfly, but he to say he doesn't get out much anymore is an understatement. He's losing his sight and can't see the television very well. >> 3y
Just being with my dad relaxes me. He has the best laugh, the best attitude, and the best stories. Once in a while he even tells one I've never heard before.
My sabbatical this semester is not turning out the way I had planned, but that's okay. I'm so grateful to have this time to spend with my family. 3y