Judy was quite tired today. She asked Audrey, David, and me to hold off visiting until after noon. When I arrived, we went for a little walk. Audrey gave Judy a foot rub and David flirted with a 99 year old woman from down the hall. Judy said she was wanting to go shopping with Mary to buy a fascinator. Now, for all the gents who read this blog, you have another word to learn. A fascinator is: a woman's "head decorator", both "delicate" and "often frivolous," is designed to fascinate. I am guessing this head decoration would be for Mary's wedding. I find it fascinating there is such a thing.
We left around 3:30 because Judy had been given her meds. When Mary visited at 5:30, Judy was still not awake. Given Judy's present energy level, I am definitely curbing the number of people who visit Judy. With due respect, I must say that Judy loves you all dearly, but she is not craving more visitors. Those who wish to see her will have to be satisfied with photos and memories for the time being. In fact, Judy has asked for a sign to be posted on her door saying "No Visitors". I understand everyone's desire to see Judy because they love her dearly, but rest assured no one in our family will consider you less a friend if you do not ask for a visit. I do not mean to offend by taking this stand; however, I am sure that people can appreciate how difficult being the gatekeeper can be.
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