Funny but quiet

Today I manned the registration/sign in and out desk at the CC Inn and Suites and it was very quiet. As of 12:00 today there are only about 22 clients still residing at our comfortable and roomy estate. Here is a quick run through of the happenings today...
I headed out on an adventure to find film for a nice elderly man today. He wanted to take some pictures of the snow and of the school. Luckily our local drug store carried the film he needed! He is an interesting fella of Asian heritage. He and his wife are together and have been married for over 60 years. His English is broken but his smile is sweet. He informed another volunteer, Kristi, that he would take care of his wife until she was no longer with us. His wife's health is failing her but he still does everything he can to keep her happy and comfortable. I tear up every time I think about him because he is an amazing example of kindness. Their grandson and granddaughter stopped by Saturday night. They live in Fargo but in a small apartment and wish they had room for their grandparents to stay but are pleased with how they are doing in Casselton.
My new friend from Saturday night left today and she was very glad to leave! She was a bit upset on Saturday night. In fact she had packed up her stuff and was swearing at me to either quiet everyone down or she was heading to the 6th floor and was going to complain to management. She also could not figure out how we turned her room in to a shelter but was pretty upset about it! Although she was very confused Saturday night this morning she was doing well. She gave me a hug before she left and let me know that she appreciated all of our help. I do not know if she remembered me or if she was just feeling like hugs today. I hugged her back and did not flinch a bit! If nothing else this past week is clearing me of my fear of being touched. I have been hit (gently), slapped (on the hand), kissed, and hugged. I have lifted, escorted, and balanced people as well. I guess I can add the elderly and mentally displaced people to the small list of people who are allowed to touch me;)
The rest of the day was mostly spent talking with Richard and the other Red Cross people. Everyone has a story and I have learned that I really enjoy hearing them. I absolutely love meeting new people and learning what their lives are like. I was also able to talk with Mr. Bastian today, I am pretty sure he misses me! There were several high school and middle school students I escorted to lockers to grab those AR books. Wow, they all said they needed something to do and were glad to grab their books. Kind of funny to see those students who normally would rather brand their big toe than read. They were desperate to get into the school and grab those books!!
I am working on my graduation portfolio tonight, I have a major portion due at midnight so I better get back to it. I am missing my friends at Martin's but the snow is flying and it is probably best to just stay home for the night and do my homework.