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What to get my dad for birthday?

I asked it before but just seeing if I get more ideas.
He has cancer and may only have weeks to live. That feels so awful saying it. 😟He used to love when I got him scratch tickets but those wouldn't be useful. Food is a possibility, but he only takes a few bites at meals.
I'm just not sure what to get..it's this week. Someone before mentioned just a nice card. Any additional thoughts?
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tiltawhirl · 36-40, F
I’m so sorry to hear about your dad. Think comfort. Whatever could bring his comfort..
Soft blanket, fuzzy socks or if he’s hot then something that could help cool him off instead. Several years ago my dad was dying from cancer and I got him a warm blanket and he told me he was always hot lol so make sure you know if he’s always hot or cold. And I got him his favorite chocolate pie. It was the last thing he ate.. just a bite. And of course nothing is better than time. Time time time I can’t stress tha enough
Coralmist · 41-45, F
@tiltawhirl Aww I'm sorry about your dad🌷 did he have chemo? Yes time is the most important rn. I'm staying nearly all day each time I visit. And I'm getting him his favorite sandwich tomorrow
tiltawhirl · 36-40, F
@Coralmist no he didn’t do chemo because by the time he found out what was going on with him he was practically already dying. I’m happy you are getting to spend time with your dad and I wish I could give you a big hug and I know it’s so hard.
Coralmist · 41-45, F
@tiltawhirl That's essentially my dad's experience, he's getting too ill to endure treatment. This sucks😟 I wish they gave him even six months, that would be a lifetime to me now!! But we probably have weeks....I'm going to spend every minute as If it were a year with him. Thank you 🌸
SwampFlower · 31-35, F
I asked for food and quality time with my loved ones. It’s okay if he only eats a couple bites. That’s all I can handle now too but it still helps me feel normal and like I’m a part of things.
Coralmist · 41-45, F
@SwampFlower Quality time with loved ones and a favorite food is perfect...I'm glad you enjoyed those Swamp♥ The thing with food is , we've brought in many snacks and treats he loved even a month ago at his nursing home, but he won't eat any of them. He'll eat a few bites of the entree the hospital brings though. One positive thing, he said yes to his favorite eggs, bacon and cheese on biscuit sandwich 🙂 He said he thinks he'll eat it and he seemed happy when I offered it. I'll Def get him that! I wish there were some other gift too but Ill at least I can get that ..ty Swamp💛
Gusman · 61-69, M
Maybe a small terrarium bowl placed on an over the bed tray - on wheels.
Supply all the ingredients required, you could both spend some time constructing the miniature hothouse environment.
Then you will have something made by his own hands as a forever present.
Coralmist · 41-45, F
@Gusman Thank you, a unique idea 🌟
JoyfulSilence · 51-55, M
Love and time. Shared laughs and moments. Just keep on being you.
4thdimensiondream · 70-79, M
Does he have any special entertainers or celebrities he loves? Some today will offer(for a steep price) personalized video messages.
Boeing · 36-40
How about a card, cake and flowers, all time classic...
Jenny1234 · 56-60, F
Card and put together a big gift basket you make yourself with all of his fav snacks/treats
Orca4950 · 70-79, M
Is there a friend(s) that haven't dropped in on him that would be a "special " visit?
Coralmist · 41-45, F
@Orca4950 Unfortunately no ..but ty🌸
Banksy83 · 41-45, M
Music, sing to him his favourite songs.
zonavar68 · 56-60, M
What does he like in the way of hobbies, etc.? Maybe something from that.
Coralmist · 41-45, F
@zonavar68 Unfortunately he's been bed bound for two years prior to the cancer diagnosis..so he has not had any hobbies recently. He loved plants his whole life too ... He was a landscaper. I could get him some flowers or a plant perhaps
Lilnonames · F
make a cd of the family in happy times and watch it with him

 
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