Not gallivanting much
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!
The Glasgow Gallivanter 
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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Thanks Suzanne.
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I really do understand the process you’re going through Anabel as both my parents are in a carehome. Be gentle on yourself.
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A big adjustment for all. Best wishes and positive thoughts to you and your Mum. Take care, Anabel.
Helen x
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Thank you.
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Thank you for the update ! Prayers and good wishes for you and your Mum and all the rest of your family.
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Thank you, much appreciated.
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I hope you can find some peaceful moments for yourself during this time, Anabel. Your blog and all of us that follow will be here when you get back. Hugs to you and your Mom.
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Thank you so much, Kim.
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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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Thanks Hilary. Life is certainly very challenging at the moment.
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Have both you and your mother been fully vaccinated? If so, it’s not clear why such tight restrictions on your visits are necessary.
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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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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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Thanks Joyce. Only two more visor visits to go!
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I’m glad to hear your mum was released from hospital, but sorry to hear about the care home difficulties. I hope things improve soon!
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Thanks Jessica. It’s a difficult time.
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