After 10 days of hospitalized mygrandpa (maternal) returned to
our home rather going to his. He was going through age related problems
and also a patient of Parkinson found very difficult in walking and standing
lately and with sore knee and foot on day other he was forced to move to the
hospital when his condition becomes worse. He was staying (along with grandma
and uncle’s family) in the 1st floor of their home and shifting to the
hospital was very difficult and only with the help of ambulance we were able to
do the transfer when he refused to stand.
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Grandma and grandpa going through
newspapers during a vacation in Valparai
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He had a higher blood sugar (levelled
nearly 450) when tested at the hospital which seems to be the main cause of
unhealed wound and increased knee pain that put him immobile. Once at hospital
with medication and a small surgery on the sore heel makes his condition much
better and he also shows good improvement on his mobility by doing
physiotherapy. Although he regains certain actions and good at pace, he
couldn’t obtain the ability to climb steps which prevented him from going back to his
home in 1st floor.
It’s been a long time dream for
me staying with my grandparents; we are so glad about their move since we are staying
at a ground floor house, accommodating my grandfather is quite easy. But the only
thing that bothers us was his health condition; although we feel happy for
sharing/staying with them I wished he was good enough to celebrate the moments we
were longing for. My grandparents usually refuse to stay with us – perhaps
because not to give we trouble anyways – except the moment while travelling or
going on vacations.
Our grandparents have done a lot
for us and for the comfort of living their sacrifices were immense. I think it’s
our right/duty to take care of them when they can’t do things on their own. I
know it is a temporary stay for them until their new home (which is under
construction right now next to their current house) in ground floor is ready in
2-3 months. But I cherish the moment being with them and sharing things
together. After we lost our great grandmother (paternal) 7 years back, they are
the only elderly people in our family (who love us unconditionally) whom we really
need to protect.
14 comments:
i'm so glad he is improving and you are able to accommodate his stay until their new place is ready! bless you, jeevan.
Your piece is like a tribute to the unconditional love and affection of our grandparents.Sadly, these days young people are hard pressed for time as their own families take most of their attention.Yet all of us have some duties towards them and we need to be conscious of them.
In the picture your grandparents look smart ,alert and enlightened in spite of age related health issues.
I agree - we should take care of our elderly. Wishing your grandfather good health.
Grand parents are always precious. They have more spare time to spend with their grand children which they didn't have for their children, because of day to day work pressure. They look very active. It is good that you are expressing your love for them. It is precious, Jeevan. Please read this post to them, they will be happy.
Glad you are enjoying new company. Make the most of it and keep them engaged :)
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Grandparents are so great to have. I hope your grandfather is on some medicine to help him reduce the diabetes threat. Judging solely by appearance you grandparents look like wonderful people. I am glad you can be around them and appreciate them.
It is nice that you appreciate and love your grandparents. You are indeed a respectful and grateful person.
Wish good health to ur grandpa...nice post
Great post. Time in the company of grand parents is always special.
Lucky you. Have a great time with them.
It is a truly a wonderful opportunity and I am happy for your Jeevan.
I see your thaatha and paati have the traditional Tamil outfits on.
Very nice to see that!
Have a Wonderful Day!
Peace :)
Lovely.. Glad that you are around to take care of them..
I miss my grandpa like crazy, he passed away this Feb.. I was living with my grandparents since 2000, so it is quite tough getting through each day without him looming large in the house..
wishing your grandpa speedy recovery
The simple moments in the company of loved grand parents , is cherished in our hearts forever. The comfort they give is special. Your grandparents also are lucky to have grandchildren loving and respecting them.
being with grandparents is so much fun! I miss my GPs a lot
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