We are six days into the longest amount of time I’ve spent with my parents since I lived with them right after college (so in 10 years). Normally they fly in for a few days or bring other people and are off doing other things.
We’ve had a great time. I have had to work a couple of half days but we’ve been to a couple of beaches, temecula and los angeles.
Since I only see them once a year or so I am always amazed that they’re older. That might sound a little weird, but it takes me by surprise. In my mind my parents are still young. And in comparison to the parents of many of my friends they are. Now in their 50s the effects of age, hard work, stress and not taking a vacation for 20 years are taking their toll.
My dad seemed indestructable. Now we have long conversations about creams and ointments to help his arthritis and effects of the diabetes. My mom has three kinds of glasses that each do something different. If I were around them more often I’m sure these things would be no big deal. I would notice it gradually instead of all at once.
It makes me worry a little. As former missionaries and pastors their retirement sucks. I guess they’ve depended on God this long and he always comes through. I shouldn’t worry about it, but I do. I worry about the quality of their health insurance. The long-term effect of my dad’s diabetes. Both of his parents, sister and a brother have all died from complications of it.
It’s just odd to think that my parents won’t always be around. I can’t even think about that.
Back to the fun. We’re going to take it easy for a couple of days and then go to San Diego on Tuesday.
Filed under: Health, Mi Familia
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