2006-10-25
Well Lois and I survived the early surprise storm on 10/13/2006. More than 75% of the city was without power – some for over a week but neither of us lost power. Lois had many trees down in her yard including a very large one that landed on the house. The roof was fine only the gutters were damaged. We were also lucky to find someone to take the trees down and haul them to the front curb. A couple of the aides ended up staying at Lois’s for several days. They did not have power at home and could not get home as the city had a driving ban and the buses were not running. Work has now begun on the ramp in Lois’s garage. This will make it so much easier for Lois to go out. We have struggled with the stairs for two years and with winter coming it is dangerous taking her down the stairs. Lois continues to have bio feedback but the last few apts have been canceled due to the storm. We hope to be back on track next week. Lois is working on trying to be up more during the day and sleeping all night. Currently she is up at night and sleeps all day which is not good for appointments and visits.