Very glad for the 'still alive' factor. :) Hope the post-surgery pains go away soon! *hugs* As for your dad ... I guess if he 'forgets' around others but not (usually) around you, it can't be purely a matter of habit but of willingness as well. Or lack of it, which sucks, especially after such a long time. Still, if he somewhat tries, I guess that's better than no concession to the realities at all. For some people, changing their perception is like pulling teeth, sadly.

By the way, this is Rozarka. I changed my journal name due to RL privacy concerns. Just in case you wonder who the heck. :)