Good Times 10 years ago
Yesterday we met with our friends that we haven't seen in over 20 years. It was so good to see them again after so many years. David does a great job of pretending that he knows someone. I knew from what he said a few days before Saturday, 'how do I know them?'...I knew he didn't know who they were, but I'd give him an academy award for his performance.
And I say, "thank you God for laughter and rainy days."
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And thank you Dolores. It blesses my heart to see what the Lord is doing for you in allowing you to laugh and be thankful. I'm so glad David still laughs; some patients, including my mom, were filled with fear or anger. I know there are hard times, but I'm glad there is laughter and I hope it continues for a long time. I hate alzheimers, but I love to be and to see others who are the recipients of 'grace'.
Praying for you,
Deb
Yes...thank you God for laughter and rainy days. My daddy loved the rain. He was never one to be silly, but when he WAS we were all on the floor laughing hysterically.
The blog about my girl's b-day showed a picture of my father at about 62. It was before the Monster in his brain took over the man I love.
I'm happy for you that good days, sweet simple days, still come your way.
Love to you~
Rebecca
I so enjoy your happy stories ~ as that is the way you so beautifully tell them. I know it isn't always easy for you.
The photos from your world travels are precious and I know those trips with David will forever be etched in your memory.
Just sending a hug. J
Delores, Thanks for sharing.I know where David is at. I'm glad he has you for support! When he asks you questions like, "How do I know them," there really is a bridge that he is trying to rebuild in his brain. Keep smiling. Sometimes I say or ask Judi something and she looks at me with an incredulous look and says,"What!"
You are doing a wonderful job with David. Your love shows in everything you write. Thank God for good days and laughter.
I so agree with you...that it's good that he's having "happy" sightings. It's funny what we think of as blessings...but that is certainly a big one!! Funny how our perspective on things change due to what challenges we are asked to face.
I'm glad y'all enjoyed your visit with old friends! :-)
Love you! L~
Alzheimer's is definitely easier to deal with when they are happy as opposed to fearful or anxious. My mom and I had a lot of laughs the past few months over things she thought she had done and people she thought she had recently seen. At first it seemed strange to me to go along with these often outlandish stories she would tell me, but once I went along with it, we shared some quality time together. Many times I was scribbling down what she was telling me because it was so strange I could hardly believe what she was saying. I would come home and tell my husband about it and we would laugh. We were laughing along with her, not at her.
I happened upon your blog today and have been reading all of your archives. You are so blessed and how truly wonderful that you are able to have David with you and that he is doing so well. My grandmother was diagnosed last year and our family is struggling with making decisions for her. She still lives on her own but is alone and it is getting harder. Aides come on a daily basis. I have found much comfort in your posts.
Karla
David is so amazing.. and so are you!
Donna M
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