My dad has Macular Degeneration on top of his other health issues. It's been frustrating for him in that he can no longer read the newspaper and do his crossword puzzles the way he used to. He sometimes misjudges how far back he needs to sit in a chair or on the bed, sometimes slip-sliding onto the floor.
In addition to this, his aim is not what it used to be. There are times when we find that the base of the toilet or the floor have the tell-tale signs of ailing eyesight. We don't want to embarrass my dad, because he just can't see well. You can't get angry with someone who doesn't have control over a situation like their eye sight.
My husband so graciously, bought disinfectant wipes, so we can just clean up after times like this in order to maintain his dignity. We feel really blessed to have my dad here for whatever time that God allows. And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you. Ephesians 4:32
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