Thanks for your post. I'm new to steemit and it's nice to see a fellow older traveler with a more contemplative post. The platform isn't all memes and how to get rich by posting stuff.
My own father died last year after spending his final few years in a nursing home. He, too, had his good days and bad days; the bad days getting more frequent until his passing came as a relief. I always visited twice a week which, toward the end, was more a source of sadness than anything else.
I wish you and your father well.
Thank you,