Going For a Walk!

When its nice outside, we try to get Grandpa out for a walk.  On this day, they walked down to Brattain Elementary.  Hyrum played on the playground, and Grandpa rested on a bench.

Three Generations of Artists

The other night all of "the boys" sat down to draw pictures.  Grandpa drew horses, while the boys drew video game characters.

The Pumpkin Patch

We had a combined FHE with Brad and LaDeanna's family monday night.  We went to the pumpkin patch at Herrick's farm.  It was a beautiful fall day.  It was good for Grandpa to get out and as you can see from the pictures, he had a good time.  We went to Brad and LaDeanna's for dinner and had hamburger enchiladas.  Grandpa said his eyes were bigger than his stomach and he was getting full, but somehow he made room for a big cinnamon roll for dessert!

Going for a hay ride!

His pick of the pumpkins!

On a sadder note...Grandpa received news earlier in the day that his driver's license was being suspended until he can pass the required exams.  He has already taken them a few times and has not passed.  He feels a bit discouraged and will probably need time to adjust.  Its hard to lose the privilege of driving when you have been doing it for so many years.  Maybe family members could remember him in their prayers as he continues to adjust to the changes that have come his way.

Paula's Visit

Paula comes to visit every Sunday evening.  They enjoy visiting in Grandpa's room.  Last night we had apple pie and homemade ice cream.  When we sat at the table, Hyrum says, "So Paula, how are things going?"  Grandpa gets a kick out him.  Anytime anyone is in town, feel free to come by for a visit!

As you can see from the picture, Grandpa kicked off his shoes and was quite comfortable!

Ouch!

Grandpa tells the story of his dad, the state trooper, and a little incident he had one day.

Welcome Family!

Welcome to the blog that highlights Grandpa.  Hopefully, we will keep this updated frequently so that family members can see how Grandpa is doing.  Feel free to leave comments on the posts so that he can read what you have to say.  We have also set him up an email account at gluke82@gmail.com if you would like to contact him that way.  I plan on videotaping Grandpa telling different stories.  If you have a favorite you would like to hear, let me know and we can record it and post it on the blog.  The following is a story of Snickles, the shetland pony: 

 Also, here are a couple of pictures of Grandpa "pulling his weight" by doing the dishes.  If I don't stay on top of them, he beats me to them!  

He his settling in fine and seems to be comfortable.  All in all, I think he is doing great.  Him and Hyrum are buddies and he is very patient with Hyrum and all his questions.  Grandpa does have his privacy, though, and can retreat to his bedroom whenever he feels the need to.  Monty took him to the ear doctor last week.  He has had an ear infection, but it seems to have cleared up now.  Dr. Buchanan cleaned out his ears and it has helped a lot with his hearing.  The doctor suggested that he uses a device called TV Ears for watching TV.  He has tried them once but doesn't really like them.  We will keep trying to encourage him.  Paula comes to visit him each Sunday evening and he really looks forward to her visits.  Tammey also came and saw him the other day.  She and the girls did the garage sale this weekend to sell the household items that were left.  Karla, Paula, and Tammey have been working hard to get the house cleaned and ready to rent or sell.  He appreciates their efforts and says they are "sure doing a good job cleaning the house."  The family will have a work party in a couple of weeks.  Feel free to call, write, or come on by.  He loves to visit with family.