I don't know what to call it tonight

Gilly never made it to the table last night, but Susie, Joey and Fred were still here when he awakened, so they joined him in his room while he had some dinner.

Tamara helped me out with all sorts of care giving tasks (big time!); not sure what I would have done without her. He slept away most of the day, sometimes seemingly with his eyes almost open. He looks around the room often these last few days, sort of wide eyed with a surprised or bewildered expression. I’m not sure how much he continues to understand of what goes on around him; he communicates less and less each day. He doesn’t even nod yes or no consistently anymore (even though no often meant yes and vice versa).

Rosanne and Sharon came by to drag me out for a walk this afternoon and then to dinner and a movie this evening. Both outings did me a world of good. Tamara and Max stayed home to care for Gilly. We bumped into Tina and her mom at the movie so we all grabbed a bite together which was an added bonus; like icing on the cake. I enjoyed the change of scenery and savoured every minute of diversion. Gilly remains foremost in my thoughts no matter where I go or what I do; I go with it and bring him up in conversation often. It is impossible not to, especially when in the company of devoted friends and family.

The nurse came this morning at 8:00 and will return tomorrow at the same time. I have to get in a few naps before then, so I’ll sign off.