The Hannah Family

Jack and Jill

When they were passing out kittens, we got the cutest ones.

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June Brookdale Activities

They're keeping Mom busy.

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Time for dinner

Found Pat and Johnny in one of the sitting rooms talking away. When I told her it was time to eat, Mom got up, kissed Johnny on the top of his head and made him go to the dining room with her.

Her new roommate moved in today so she has another buddy to talk to as well!

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Neighborhood pool party!

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Dave completed 5th, next comes middle school

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Dave said "finally!"

Katie moved in with her boyfriend (they're renting the house from Jake's mom) so Dave got a bedroom upgrade. I took today off to clean it.

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I thought it was empty

Asked Dave to wear his retainers, but he couldn't find them. "I think I left them in my suitcase." You mean the suitcase I loaned Grandma for her move? "Yes." Not good. Amazingly (after digging through everything she has) I was able to find his retainers! I also found 5 pairs of his little boxer briefs in Pat's sock drawer. Can you imagine how confused the Brookdale employee who unpacked Mom's suitcases had to be??

The move is a success

She likes her new room. The staff is incredible. Pat was impressed that Johnny is getting his new teeth on Wednesday. It's all good aside from the distance. I left home at 1:30, stop and go traffic on the interstate which is our normal, didn't even get there until 3 pm. I won't be able to see her as often, but she's in good hands so I'm not worried. For the first time in her life, Mom isn't worried either. (This was posted in Burlington when I stopped to pick up chicken. My only day off didn't feel like one but I'm excited Mom is doing even better than anticipated!)

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A big hole

Today is the fourth birthday Katie's boyfriend Danny has missed since he passed away in a motor scooter collision in 2014. Katie's grief, depression and anxiety constantly threaten to cripple her, but she gets up every morning, goes to work and goes through the motions. She no longer drinks or dabbles with illicit substances to numb her pain, no more risky behavior in another attempt "to end it all." She is working with a psychiatrist and a counselor, and has made amazing progress even though it feels hard for her to see on days like today. I am very proud of my strong girl. It has been a long three years. Rest In Peace Danny Boy.

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Character traits posted on wall in Honors Math