Not gallivanting much

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Forth and Clyde Canal at Ruchill
Forth and Clyde Canal at Firhill

September was a silent month as far as blogging was concerned. As in August, my walks were confined to my local area with the canal banks featuring largely. Until Monday 27th, I drove to Paisley every afternoon to visit Mum in hospital. On Tuesday 28th she was discharged into a care home much closer to us: a big change to which we’ll all take time to adapt. For the first two weeks Mum is confined to her room and can only have one designated visitor (me) three times a week. I have to wear both mask and visor which is extremely hot and uncomfortable. I’ll probably go silent again now till my next end of month update, but will try to drop in on you all occasionally. Happy October!

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  1. Anabel, sorry to hear about your Mum, though very pleased she is now being cared for close to you both. Enjoy those quiet times to recoup your energy as hopefully you will be once again busy gallivanting around your lovely area.

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  2. A big adjustment for all. Best wishes and positive thoughts to you and your Mum. Take care, Anabel.

    Helen x

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  5. Hi Anabel – I’ve been thinking about my mother and her time in the Nursing Centre … just so pleased it was during this time – it must be difficult and I’ve been thinking of you. All the best and I do hope things have eased a little for you and your mother. Thanks for your visit. Stay safe – and all the very best – Hilary

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    • We have, and are also tested regularly, though that’s not a full guarantee against the virus. It’s so strict because mum came out of hospital: I don’t blame them for being cautious because so many untested patients were discharged into care homes at the beginning of the pandemic and there were many deaths.

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  7. Thanks for the update Anabel; many of us having been thinking of you and wondering how your mum was. May she improve quickly! Good luck with the miserable mask and visor–such a challenge to have added on. Sending good thoughts your way. . .

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  9. I’m so sorry to hear about your mother! Just take care of her, and yourself, as much as you are able to. Your blogging friends will still be here when you have time for us…trust me on that. Meanwhile, sending good thoughts your way!

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  10. I’m so sorry to hear your mum has been in hospital. What a horrible time for that. I hope she is settling in to her new home and that the move will make life easier and better for you all.

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  11. I hope your mum is settling in well. We had a similar thing with both my nan and my grandad last year, but we were unable to go in to see them which was rather upsetting all round.

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  13. So sorry to hear your mum hasn’t been well Anabel – it must have been a very difficult time for you. Do hope things settle down for you soon, as best as these things can. It will be a big change for you all. Sending love and best wishes X

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  14. Goodness what a trial for you both. I hope this settles into something you’re both comfortable with and you can both enjoy your mum’s company rather than feel like a one woman fish tank and get in some fresh air. Love to you all. G

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  15. Hope your Mum settles into her new home ok. It is such a change and challenge, made more difficult with covid, restricted visitor, masks etc. Glad to hear that she is now closer to you. Thinking of you all. Take care x

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  16. You have much more to deal with than thinking about your next blog post, that’s for sure. I hope your Mum copes well with the change and also that it might be a little easier for you if she’s closer. Sending best wishes and love from all the way over here.

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  19. I thought that was the reason for the lack of gallivanting on your part. My heartfelt wishes are with you for a good outcome from all this and I’m so glad that the Home is near to you, at least you’re spared a long journey to and fro with winter coming on. I hope your Mum gets well soon and is able to return to her own home as I’m sure she wants to do. Meantime, you and John look after yourselves and keep up the local walks.

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  20. Oh man, For different reasons, your September sounds like it was as fun as mine. I am so sorry and sad to hear that your mom is now going to long term care. It is …most difficult. I had major feelings of guilt and sadness. The stress you are under is so tough and people don’t know unless they have been through it. The good news is she is closer and she will be getting the right care. My mom would not have lasted as long if she stayed home with me because she needed what the long term care home provided. You know it is the right choice even if you feel sick about it.

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  21. Oh, I am sorry that your mum hasn’t been able to go back to her home, or is this move temporary? I do hope she is much better and continues to recover well. It is such a stressful time for everyone and you also need to have time for yourself. And get back to gallivanting of course!

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  26. Not an easy move for mum to accept but sometimes there are no realistic choices. I hope she can settle and be comfortable there, Anabel, and that you feel better for having her near. Do take care of yourself, hon 🤗💕

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  27. Like Eunice I thought something must be amiss.
    It says a lot about you that you want to spend time with your mum. But do try to keep some time for yourself.
    Best wishes

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  28. That’s not a good look for a trendsetter like yourself :o). It does look hot and claustrophobic but if it keeps you and everyone else safe I suppose that’s the main thing. That and the fact your mum is still here. I visited mine for years in a dementia unit but it is surprising how quickly you get used to anything, even that, which was a real shock/horror the first few visits with some of the worst cases on show but I soon found it normal. Best wishes to you both…

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  29. Those two pictures at the top remind me of my best ever holiday in England: a narrowboat tour. I wish I could do that again.
    All the best for you and your mom,
    Pit

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  31. Good to know all is relatively well, and Mum is now closer to hand. The mask +visor seems a tad much, but given the laxity of early rules down south, I’m sure it’s for the best.
    Thinking of you, whether you gallivant or not ❤

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  32. Aw Anabel,
    Long time and I see a lot has been going on in your life. I do hope your mum settles in well to the care home and that you are both given the strength to cope with this big change.
    Take care ❤️

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  33. Challenging times when health takes a turn for the worse. I hope your mum gets well settled and your visits get easier. At least you can get in. That’s something in this time. Glad to know what’s up with you.

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  34. When you didn’t post anything for ages I was worried that things had taken a turn for the worse on the home front. I’m glad your mum is out of hospital, adjusting to living in a care home is a big step but I hope she will be happy there once she’s properly settled. I had to smile at your ‘outfit’, I think it makes you look like an alien being 🙂

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  35. Sending huge hugs to you both, and hope both she and you soon begin to settle into this new way of life. Never easy this move, but it can often be the best move. I do hope it is for her. Always here if you want a chat xxx

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  37. Tough times but hopefully your Mum is more comfortable now and is on the road to recovery from covid. It can take ages though can’t it? Stressful and tiring for everyone.

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  38. Thank you for this update. I have to confess that I have missed your galivanting.I am glad that mum is out of hospital and please know that Annabell and I are thinking of you. Look after mum but also —– Look after yourself..

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