5/13 (Tue) - 5/20 (Tue)

5/13 (Tue)
Nothing much to be done that day only stayed home and reupholster the dining chair cover.  Only had two done and two more to go.

5/14 (Wed)
Visited Miriam with Wendy M.  She cried as we talked about her life and the atonement.  The bishop had counseled with her that she needed to get married and stayed out of the situation.  He had asked her not to partake the sacrament.  She understood why but at the same time she felt like there's no way for her to go back.  Poor thing.... I told her that the Bishop is the one who represents the Lord and he's able to get the revelations for the ward members.  Miriam agreed since the relationship didn't turn out and she felt trapped now.

We all have our weakness... but I know if we poured our heart out to the Lord, He will help us overcome it.  The atonement is there for us to partake and to make it right again if we repent sincerely.

5/15 (Thur)
Went to help Sylvia V. to switch her closet.  This poor sister has severe pain and inflammatory issue all over her body: bone, muscle and blood.  I literally felt her pain every time I saw her with the hand/wrist support.  I know... because I am having less severe issue similar to hers on my hands, wrists and fingers but they are still manageable.  So, I just need to be very careful and adjust my daily activity.

5/16 (Fri)
Stayed at home all day until 3:30.  We got our 6 month supply of food today, so no need to buy meat for awhile.  Then Bill, the pest control guy came to spread the whole house.  He left just in time so that I could pick up Jady for violin lesson.  We headed to Rachel's G. birthday party after violin lesson.  Inga called me in the afternoon and asked if she could have a few sisters stayed with her while her daughter was out on Sat.  It was a little difficult because it's a short notice, and many sisters were to attend the Generax Auxiliarx meeting.  Yet, we got it covered the last minute.  

5/17 (Sat)
Helped watch Inga from 9-11am.  She looked so tired but still in good spirit.  Thank goodness that Donna was there with me so she could stay while I leave before the nurse came.  Then Johnny and I went to the Generax Auxiliarx meeting at noon because he needed to set up.  I was there 2 hours early and I've got to work on my projects... knitting a scarf for Jeannie, reading or playing on the piano (trying to write a song for Jady's baptism).

The meeting was really good and one of the most important thing that I got from the meeting is that I should be grateful to be in this ward.  I always felt that our ward is very needy, but when I heard from the other sisters from the other wards/stakes, I can't help but be more grateful for my own.  Some sisters live in far distance... It might take 2-3 hours to drive to visit someone, so some are relying on modern technology... skypx or facetimx.  I think learning to adjust is the key.  

5/18 (Sun)
Judy told the RS that we needed to set up some hours to help Inga, mon through sat.  Inga is willing to pay for the service so we would just pass along the message and provide whenever we can.  Visited Don Airx and Gladys Werkershiex at the hospital after church.  Don looks pretty good but not Gladys.  I hope she will feel better soon and that the Dr. were able to find out what causes the internal bleeding.

Came home and ate lunch and then cooked for the missionary and the Reyex Family.  I made ham and potato, carrot, something simple.  It was a good meeting and Christine suggested that Amanda and Alex's fiance might be able to help.

5/19 (Mon)
Called Kim, Inga's daughter in-law and provide her with the information.  Then headed out to meet with Evan's guidance counselor at 10:00am.  The meeting went well and I tried and dropped the level on one of Evan's classes.  At this point, I just want him to feel successful and have confidence in school.

Went to stay with Inga from 1-3.  She woke up from a phone call about her dental appointment.  She needed to get a clearance from all the Dr. before her chemo on Friday.  Since her daughter would be busy the next day, I volunteered to help.  I knew it's far beyond my ability to help but I said "yes" anyway. Somehow, I didn't really think of getting help from Evan (school would be close for tomorrow because of school board election day).  I was trying to hoke up Inga with some members who could use the money, but Inga's daughter was very clear about having someone else to care for her mother instead of getting the referral from us.  It was somewhat an unpleasant conversation, but I do respect her honesty.  And I will just let the family figure out their schedule.

Evan's foot appointment  at 3:45p.  Dr. Bernstein trimmed off all the stitches, scabs and some nails.  It looks kind of gross at first, but then it looks as good as it was before.  So grateful for

5/20 (Tue)
Inga 9:15-12:00
Evan and I took Inga to the dentist.  I suddenly realize why there is a need of a professional care.  It's not an easy task to carry the oxygen tank, making sure she is well balanced (since one of her arm was in the sling), have the strength for a spare tank and carried the wheelchair.  It's not that simple!
Lunch with kids
Forgot about Jady's appointment (I am sooooo terrible)