Life is too short to focus on anything other than the positive, so that is what we choose to do!
Last week was amazing. Really, we were so thrilled to see everything that was going on!
In case you didn't know, it was National Assisted Living Week. A time set aside to show our gratitude and respect for the hardworking individuals who help take care of our aging friends and loved ones.
It's never easy to make that choice. As a family member, the last thing you ever want to do is say that you had to "put mom somewhere." Instead, when that is your best option, you choose to move "mom" into an Assisted Living or other specialty facility. A place that will not only meet her needs, but care for her the way you would. A place filled with people who love to take care of seniors.
We have discovered so many of these wonderful facilities here in the Omaha and Council Bluffs area. The people are simply outstanding. It is clear that every one of them puts their whole heart into making each day special for their residents.
We decided to show them how much we appreciate them! So, we filled some gift bags with goodies (read: candy) and a note. Then, we drove all over Omaha and Council Bluffs, delivering to as many places as we could! We did not get to all of them, it would take an army, but we were able to get out to quite a few.
What a blessing to see the reaction of these folks when we approached them and said we just wanted to give them a gift.
No strings attached.
No sales pitch.
Just a "Thank You."
Their faces lit up! Everyone loves to be told "Thank You" and everyone loves to be celebrated.
This week is going to be busy as well. We have lots of great things coming up. You should stay tuned, we will be telling you all about it!
For starters, did you know it is National Dog Week?
We love our little fur-babies, so for now we will leave you with some photos of them!
Meet Dixie Belle.
And this is Ginger.
Happy National Dog Week!!!
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