Memory Lane

On Saturday a couple of the girls and I had the opportunity to go to the Bryan Center (Health and Retirement Center). We passed out 80 Valentines Day cards that we had made the previous week to the people staying there. The best part however was our trip down "Memory Lane" where the Alzheimer's patients are kept. Upon being let in we were greeted by a tall lady in pink/purple who immediately yelled "Your back!!!!!" and ran up and hugged one of the girls. We then walked into a common area to find about 10 others hanging out. As we passed out the cards there were a few ladies who stood out. One - the lady repeating out loud "4 3 4 3 1 2 1 2 1 2 4 3 4 3 4 3...." and swaying back at forth. When Lisa, a parent with us asked her if she was having a good day she sternly stated "NO" and proceeded to scratch at her shoulder. She then told her she was from the Bible and went on with her numbers. The next lady I noticed was holding a small plastic baby. I went and sat by her and started my attempt at a conversation. Well, I think it was fine for her. She talked to me for about 10min straight but I have no clue what she was talking about or even what she was really saying. You can see her and her baby in action in the video along with the crazy one in purple/pink who is the one you hear laughing throughout the video.

The girls and I loved visiting these ladies and hope to go back soon they definitely put a smile on our faces!

It's Healing!

Burn Notice

It is important not to put lotion on and then bump your hand into your reading lamp...even if just for a second.

Stray Cat

This is sweet little Sid, the kitten of Tina who we started feeding at the House back in November. Well, We decided it was time for Sid to be captured and sent to the SPCA so he could have a chance to be adopted. Unfortunately I did not think through the capture. See below.

We were able to lure him in the house with ham and shut the door behind him. Well, he is a stray cat and this is a scary thing for him. I tried grabbing him. Below is where he bit me and would not let go.

Here are some of the scratches and nicks.

And here are the really good ones! Not such a sweet little kitty when he is scared.

So there I was holding this cat by the back of its neck realizing we don't have a thing to put it in. Not wanting the girls to touch or hold it. I am dripping blood. My right hand is swollen. The poor cat has my blood all over his fur. It was quite the scene. I ended up having the girls grab a blanket and held him while calling another girl who was home for the weekend to bring her carrier (an hour later). He did calm down quite a bit but I don't think we will be friends any time soon!