From the wife.

We get a lot of people offering to help right now, which is great.  But during and after Chris’ surgery, I will be busy managing the house, taking care of my men, the animals, the budget, meals, etc.  Help is appreciated if it is truly offered.

Things we will need:

• Help with yard work (we have one person who volunteered, but I don’t want to abuse him).
• An offer to watch Chris and/or Matt so that I can handle other details – grocery shopping, conducting business, etc.
• An offer to take the dog(s) for a walk or run so that they aren’t underfoot.
• Sharing my business with others – it’s a catch 22.  I want to stay home and take care of my family, but the business is taking care of the bills including the medical ones.
• Offering to do laundry (we have a washer and dryer), help folding them and putting them away.

I’ve taken preparations and hired someone to come in once a week to help keep the place clean, but I know more will need to be done.