Don't know why it is so strange being apart, but it is. We have almost never had normal hours or routines in our married lives. Working shift work and being in vocational ministry meant long and irregular hours. It was not unusual for one of us to work nights and the other days. We were used to that and made plans to connect. Plus we have had to travel apart as well. Meetings and visits meant we were apart for a while. I, for one, can be alone and not be lonely. Being an introvert helps when there is no one around.
But the thought of going off and leaving Lucy at the hospital is a little unsettling. The plans are to visit every day (unless health or something unexpected prevents it). On good days it is 15 minutes by bus and on the less than good days it is about 30 minutes. Of course we have a car but with traffic and parking fees it is better stewardship to use public transportation. There is a walk on either end but not too far. The fact that it is not going to be above freezing for a high this week means it will be a brisk walk, but it is usually something I enjoy. According to one nurse, I can come without asking permission or being screened by the staff. So I will be there for and with Lucy as much as possible.
But we anticipate being near, but apart for about one month. We joked that the worst part of our new place of service would be that we were always together. That took some getting used to. But we are used to it so the separation will be more unsettling this time. Plus I always seem to sleep better when she is here.
Nothing earth-shaking or bigger than we can handle through God, but certainly not fun. It is much easier to be the patient than the caregiver, especially when you are not a natural caregiver.
Oh well, off to the hospital for day one of the adventure. Thanks for following along. Click on the subscribe button on the right and you can follow along with your news reader. Or check every day. I'll try to be a good blogger.
Tot ziens.
But the thought of going off and leaving Lucy at the hospital is a little unsettling. The plans are to visit every day (unless health or something unexpected prevents it). On good days it is 15 minutes by bus and on the less than good days it is about 30 minutes. Of course we have a car but with traffic and parking fees it is better stewardship to use public transportation. There is a walk on either end but not too far. The fact that it is not going to be above freezing for a high this week means it will be a brisk walk, but it is usually something I enjoy. According to one nurse, I can come without asking permission or being screened by the staff. So I will be there for and with Lucy as much as possible.
But we anticipate being near, but apart for about one month. We joked that the worst part of our new place of service would be that we were always together. That took some getting used to. But we are used to it so the separation will be more unsettling this time. Plus I always seem to sleep better when she is here.
Nothing earth-shaking or bigger than we can handle through God, but certainly not fun. It is much easier to be the patient than the caregiver, especially when you are not a natural caregiver.
Oh well, off to the hospital for day one of the adventure. Thanks for following along. Click on the subscribe button on the right and you can follow along with your news reader. Or check every day. I'll try to be a good blogger.
Tot ziens.
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