Just sharing...

Hello friends and family

This post is especially for those who knew that this past weekend, was the weekend when my Mom was moving into her new home. 

Some feedback and a few pics, so that I don't have to email everyone individually, I can just refer them to my Blog.

The move went well.  Mom is extremely happy.  There were no tears when she left her home of 37 years yesterday.  She received a very warm welcome from the House Mother and other residents. My Mom is a gregarious person, she loves a good laugh and since moving in, there have been plenty. Kendall and I have been in stitches, I tell you.  Let's just say that her first morning has been anything but uneventful!  She'd probably die of embarrassment if I shared this story with you, so I'll keep quiet for now... LOL, but(t)... LOL it's a good one!!

Anyway, here are a few pics and I'll be adding some captions too....

This is the Main Manor house on the Estate.  There are some residents living upstairs. The bottom is where the Admin offices are, plus the Library, Drawing Room, etc.

As one can see there are lovely bricked pathways with railings for the elderly to hold onto when going for walks along the paths.  If it rains, then a covered little golf cart will collect residents from the houses to take them to the Manor House.  That's where they have Church Services as well.

Here's a pool for those who are still active enough to use it.

Another pathway, and on the left is a bench to sit on.  Lots of those along the paths too. They really have taken lots of care when planning this Estate.

Every now and again there's a little pond of water to admire.  I just love the sound of running water.

Here's another one.  In the background is the Frail Care Centre.

On the Estate there are quite a few houses and each house has 11 residents, which includes the House Mother.  This is the house where Mom is staying.

This is their Lounge.  I was invited to Tea with the residents on Sunday as we were moving Mom's belongings in and I got to meet her housemates before she did.  I love elderly people and these were such a nice group of people.  We started chatting as if we'd known each other for years.  I asked George if he was the only "thorn" amongst all the "roses" and he laughed and said no there are 2 more gentlemen in the house, but they're visiting their families right now... LOL

This is their Diningroom.   Obviously there are set times for Breakfast, Lunch and Supper, but as it was a long weekend for us in SA this past weekend, Mom and her housemates got lovely scrambled eggs on toast with fried tomato IN BED this morning!  Hey.... I think I may want to move in there myself... LOL!

This is the view from Mom's room.  The flowers were a gift from the House Mother to welcome her to the home.  As you can see, it was pouring cats and dogs when this pic was taken.

A sneak peak at Mom's bed and sidetable.  There's a whole lot of family pics in a frame to make her feel more at home.

I hope you've enjoyed viewing these pics.  I can't wait to hear the next instalment Mom has to share of her new life at the Home...  I may just be sharing a few with you one of these days.

Thanks for popping by.

hugs Sharon x