How much can you take?

[TipBledsoe]

She been in them for weeks. I empty the trash , but don’t put them on her.

I think he meant the depends were for you

 

[baboon]

I think he meant the depends were for you

I’ll buy a kilt and pretend I’m in San Piglosico

 

[Sasquatch]

I’ll buy a kilt and pretend I’m in San Piglosico

Shit in a plastic bag, put it in a box, and mail it to your favorite democrat congress critter with a nice card saying "Dearest Asshat, this is how I feel about your job performance"

 

[RoadRunner]

Not pussy whipped or hen pecked in any way. I do fight back the urge to go off but that ain’t something I do well. Lots of threats about taking her for a ride in the country with her dog.

I hope you know that I was joking when I made that remark.

You might want to get some help to take care of her.

 

[Mowingmaniac 24/7]

"San Piglosico" - Fan-Fking-Tastic name for that ogre!

Permission to use it my own self?

 

[Dawico]

I really don’t remember you being at our wedding or memorizing our wedding vows.

I wouldn't have gone even if invited. I don't spend time with your type of people.

What did your vows consist of? Just the easy and good times? It wouldn't surprise me honestly.

 

[Moonpie]

On a serious note check with her Doctor and the insurance company to see if there are any options for a visiting care-giver or nurse.
We utilized a service known as Visiting Angel’s with my mother. There are varying levels of care/cost.

 

[pronstar]

Shit while walking.

Adult diapers

I actually knew some poker players (a few years ago when it was super popular) who would wear diapers to tournaments so they wouldn’t miss-out on hands


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[1911'S 4 Me]

Adult diapers

I actually knew some poker players (a few years ago when it was super popular) who would wear diapers to tournaments so they wouldn’t miss-out on hands


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And do the Jerry Nadler Shuffle.

 

[Axxe55]

Shit in a plastic bag, put it in a box, and mail it to your favorite democrat congress critter with a nice card saying "Dearest Asshat, this is how I feel about your job performance"

^^^^^This!^^^^^

 

[seeker_two]

Shit in a plastic bag, put it in a box, and mail it to your favorite democrat congress critter with a nice card saying "Dearest Asshat, this is how I feel about your job performance"

I know a few Republican politicians that warrant the same "delivery"....

 

[baboon]

I wouldn't have gone even if invited. I don't spend time with your type of people.

And exactly what is my type of people?

 

[2ManyGuns]

Baboon, you really do need to try to find some type of help with caregiving. Ask your doctor, (s)he should be able to point out the person to talk to, even a small break in those duties during the week can help, a lot! During the week, when I am working, my dad looks out for mom, he cooks, cleans, administers meds, helps her shower, etc. On weeknights and weekends, I cook meals and do whatever else I can to give him a break, he gets frustrated as well. One day per week, he has outside help to come in for some help, covered by Medicare or Medicaid, I don't remember which. All of this, while dealing with his own health issues, it isn't easy for him, but he is a tough 78-year-old man. Does he bitch sometimes, yes he does, but he continues on.
I do the driving to the appointments for cancer treatments and pay for or pay the differences that are not covered by their policy, a different kind of burden, I don't complain, I just do without.

Try to find that help, your wife NEEDS you now!

 

[Tnhawk]

If I need to shit, F everything else

That worked well for biden.

 

[Mohawk600]

I don't have a wife or a dog.............I could take very little of that "bull s h i t "............it is more enjoyable to be responsible for one's self.

But, as stated above, you signed up for it. Deal with it or get out.

 

[Mowingmaniac 24/7]

Tough crowd!

 

[Axxe55]

Tough crowd!

Makes you wonder what the sentiment would be if the shoe was on the other foot and if they were the one that needed the care?

People that haven't gone through what @baboon is going through, just really don't understand the burden and frustration that is a day to day ordeal, or understand how ill-equipped most of us are to handle such a situation, of caring for a spouse.

 

[Mowingmaniac 24/7]

Axxe55,

Well stated my friend!

 

[mongoose]

Went through this in the last 3 years of my Moms life 24-7. Try Care,com for help in your area, Mom stayed in my Sisters home until the end. Constant care is exhausting.

 

[Axxe55]

Axxe55,

Well stated my friend!

Thank you. I find it's rather easy for some to make flippant remarks such as @Mohawk600 made. But, as stated above, you signed up for it. Deal with it or get out.

Yeah, we signed up for it, but in all reality and all honesty, nothing prepares you for this situation of caring for a spouse that is ill, or infirmed.