Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Milk Shake and a song

As Shirley and I were out and about yesterday we swung by to visit with Elbert. We had bought us each a strawberry milkshake at Sonic and got Elbert a chocolate one. Didn't want the strawberry chunks to get caught in his straw. Shirley asked 'Dad, you want a milkshake?' His eyes flew open and he nodded his head. He put the straw in his mouth and didn't take it out. Well, I thought to myself, he doesn't know how to pull that liquid up through the straw but Shirley said, 'Mom, his adams apple is going up and down. He's swallowing'. Wow.... After a few short minutes we heard the slurping sound of straw pulling just air up, no shake left in the cup. He looked diasappointed. I had some still in my cup so I asked him if he wanted the rest of mine. Yes, a big yes. So, he down that as well. I think he would have sat there for an hour drinking milk shakes if we had anymore. I will always remember how much enjoyment he got and I promise to bring shakes to him more often. 

3 comments:

Gilda Spitz said...

Oh, Latane, how wonderful! I was so happy to read such a sweet and joyous post, especially after your last one. Looks like Elbert still has a few surprises for you!

Dolores said...

Ahhhhh, a man with good taste. I know you'll enjoy bringing Elbert a milk shake and he'll enjoy drinking it....

I'm so happy to hear you had such a good visit with him.
Hugs,

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