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I'm not doing well

 I'm just not doing well at all.  I know it's too much to ask to have one day off where I can be at peace.  

Dad update:  the hospital called today, he is doing well and they are transferring him back to the home.

I am unsure what this means.  He has been taking his pills and there is a supply at the home for him.

The home called: they are taking him back.  Conditionally.  Provided he takes his pills.  By the sounds of it , one more issue and he's out again.  Back to the hospital.  Never coming back.

So I guess I get to wait again.  My hands are tied.  I may have to do all of this again very soon.  The good news is they will admit him right away.

As is typical, I feel like my life is on pause.  


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