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David has a good appetite, he enjoys eating at home or going to a restaurant. His favorite is Olive Garden, we go there almost every week or two....shame, shame, but I feel we need to grab every moment while we can. There's no decision making at Olive Garden, he absolutely loves their salad and Eggplant Parmigiano, it's easy for him to eat, and this is what he wants each time. He also knows where the restroom is located and apparently the facilities are easy to use.
We went to a new seafood restaurant today for lunch. There were so many choices, and I wasn't sure what he'd like, so I read a few menu items and ask what he'd like.....big mistake. I could see that look of confusion on his face, decision making is too confusing for him. He finally said he didn't want fish....duhhhhh.....well, luckily they had chicken on the menu, so I ordered him a chicken Poor Boy. When they served this huge open face sandwich, I knew we were in trouble. I'd forgotten that he can't hold a sandwich, so I tried cutting it into small pieces.
Next..... he needed to use the restroom, so I walked him to the door of the men's room. When he returned to the table, he said the restroom was a maze, and he had trouble trying to figure out how to get out. At this point, I ask for a to-go box and paid for our meal. At home, he had a relaxing meal and he said he enjoyed it....Yea!
Lesson learned for me; don't give too many choices, no sandwiches, stay calm........
And I say, "thank you God for a good appetite, and David bouncing back after his confusion."
13 comments:
Dolores,
That must be so difficult for the both of you. It sounds like you really know how to handle these new challenges and think on your feet. You took a potential bad situation and made turned it into a positive by bringing lunch home. I can understand the choices being confusing and you never do know how an entree is going to look - some places serve such itty bitty portions and others enough for a family of 4!
Karla
Hi there YOU! Hi David too!
Your comment on DC meant a lot to me ... thank you!
Yesterday I listened to the CD of Mother and I talking along with a few poems and special music she loved that I had made in September of 2006. It was an experience that totally lifted my spirits and I hadn't listened to it in many months. It's almost like she is right there beside me ....
I learned the hard way too that change is not a good thing. So lesson learned I bet it is Olive Garden next time. And that is not a bad thing. Good Luck and God Bless. You are still doing a great job.
Please tell David that the Olive Garden is my favorite restaurant too. Although my dish is the chicken alfredo. Love the salad and breadsticks. AND the chichen gnocci soup. MMMMMmmmmm! Yes, I don't like to many choices either. Simple is best:)
Debbie
This very same thing happened to my father. We started taking him to buffets because then he could look and point! It made for a calming dinner out and the workers were more than happy to carry his tray for us!
Love to you~
Rebecca
Dolores. Thanks for your blog about eating out. Judi and I have had to come to grips about making choices as well. I have a very difficult time in a restaurant or store with choices, the noise and a different environment.
Dolores,
I so glad that in the end it all worked out. I know how very stressful any sort of change is..not only for them but for us because try as you might it is not always easy to foresee what might happen. I know as of late I have unsuccessful in easing my grandma's stress level...but every once in a while I get to speak to her again in her good moments. It is a hard road to walk along side her but with God's grace I know that it is possible.
Love and blessings,
Vikki
All the more reason we should visit more...Tom LOVES Olive Garden also!!! :-)
I'm sorry that y'all had this confusion situation...but sure makes you appreciate something that is familiar and Good!
Love you!!! L~
yeh, that choice thing can cause a confusion thing in the blink of an eye. Good save on your part, David is so lucky to have you, and you him as I am sure you grow as you are stretched to meet the challenges. God is good.
I love your blog, and the encouraging scripture and words of wisdom you have at the top. This was such a good post. It reminds me of times out with Dad sometimes.
I can only imagine how hard that must have been for David and, in turn, for you too. However, you handled the situation beautifully, Dolores. You are always an inspiration to others going through this.
Bless you both, Dolores.
Friends,
Susannah
I remember when I'd take my mother to a fast food type resturant. I would give her a choice between two things, or else, since I knew her so well, I'd order for her. She always wanted a 7-up, and I knew what food she'd like. Yes, too many decisions are difficult. I knew my mom so well, I knew how she felt and pretty much knew what she was going to say. She was a great mom!
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