"Capt. Mooron" wrote in message
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You're right bob... I haven't sailed much this season. Maybe a dozen
outings.

My mother has taken 3 strokes in the last 6 months and my father has been
a
nervous wreck. He's extremely confused... bordering on Alzheimer's. He
becomes distressed when I leave for more than a day or two. I'm completing
renovations to the house to make it more "Elder Friendly".. ramps, rails,
painting and needed renovations while the weather allows me to work
outside.
I have to take my mom into physiotherapy 3 times a week and run all the
errands as well as do all the work on the farm. I'm broke and can't afford
to buy gas to get to my boat in Mahone Bay. When I do get away I spend a
lot
of time concerned about how my parents are doing while alone. The
possibility of my going to work in the Arctic for six months is a major
concern.

Geeze, that sounds tough. Tell your mother that there are people around the
world who are hoping/praying for a good recovery.


Luckily I have friends who look after Overproof for me since they live
nearby. I haven't had the opportunity to wrestle the 500 lb concrete
mooring
out to it's intended location.... just off the shorefront here.

The good points are I get to go fishing with my old man and we share a lot
of good times and laughs. I get to fulfill my obligations to my family and
enjoy the time spent with them in their golden years when they can use my
youth and strength. It's not time wasted....

That sounds like you are earning riches that will last you forever! I hope
that they both do well.


Regards


Donal
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