So because Sharon has been unable to get a caregiver for Sam, she's going to have to come here twice a week on the days Sharon works.
On the one hand, I love seeing Sam, and I'm sure she's not unhappy to spend time with me and mom.
On the other hand, this means me getting 1 mental health day a week is going to be impossible, and I worry I am not going to be able to provide the activity level she needs.
I think she needs someone who can keep up with her, not a crippled Dad.
Well, we'll just have to do our best.
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All you can do
Is your best. And that's all anybody can ask of you. Fortunately, judging from past experience, your best is pretty awesome!
"Life is not measured by the breaths you take, but by the moments that take your breath away.”
George Carlin
Some thoughts... (And a memory...)
"... provide the activity level ..."
Consider this:
"Sam, please help me this thing X, then we can do fun thing Y".
Start with easy "X"s, but no help => no "Y".
I'm thinking about kids and dogs: When and where it's safe, we let them run around like crazy, and when they crash, we can get a nap ...
Wait - If Sam is at your place, where's Dog? Let Sam & Dog get each other tired {evil grin}. Is there a "Dog Park" near you?
And s/he's Sam's Dog, so Sam does Dog care.
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May all go well for all.
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I visited Yosemite with a friend. He was 'all over the place' (but always within 10-15 meters), while I hiked along much more sedately. When we got back to hotel, he hit me up for my OTC pain killers ... I also needed one ...
the dog belongs to my aunt
although he and Sam have very clearly developed a bond, even after only 2 visits. He listens to Sam better than he listens to his owner!