Alzheimer's the tight rope! Life has been good for two weeks. In fact, on some days I've "almost" forgotten about the Alzheimer days. I grab those good moments and hang on tight, knowing they will change in a heart beat. Saturday was one of those changes, David was suddenly like a different person. He was very depressed, in his own world, a world that I can't enter.. breaks my heart to see him like this.
Saturday night was awful, and for the first time, he was confused and didn't know where he was in the morning....thankfully he finally snapped out of the confusion. I feel he's moving into a new stage of Alzheimer's, and it scares me to death. I know that God will never give me more than I can handle, but in the dark of the night....... my fears sometime overwhelm me. As I lie in bed wide awake, I repeat some of my favorite, comforting scriptures: Joshua 1 - 9 "Have I not commanded you? Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." And I thank God for comforting words!
Today has been a new day, not as much confusion, and no depression. I'm so grateful for the good days, but it's amazing how quickly he can change.........................
The cooler, rainy weather put me in the mood for some fall decorating. A good diversion....
Mr. Turkey is a new purchase from Tuesday Morning...
And I say, "thank you God for comforting words and good days!"
6 comments:
Dolores, Thanks for your sweet note.I'm so sorry that things have been difficult; I hope it's temporary and you have many more good days. I believe God does give us more than we can handle so that we are reminded to fall back on Him. I know this is difficult, as I have been through this with my mom. I had some real anger at God over that, but all turned out well. It was a growing, humbling experience.
Your decorating is very beautiful! You have some real talent for putting the right things in the right place. Have y'all been getting any of the rain down your way? My sis lives in New Braunsfels and she says they have had quite a bit. Maybe I'll go back next year and visit.
Perhaps your decor will help David remember Fall and it will cheer him up.
Toodles, Deb
Sending love, Jean
Dolores,
I am so sorry to hear about the sudden change in David. I think that is one of the hardest parts of dealing with Alzheimer's. My mom had been doing pretty well for quite a while, but the last time I saw her she was completely out of it. She didn't want to eat and I couldn't wake her up. It is heartbreaking. Often I will become upset over seeing her like that and the next time I see her she is doing much better.
It has to be scary to see these changes in your husband. I am glad you receive comfort from scripture and decorating your home. Your fall decor is beautiful. I love the new turkey centerpiece.
My heart goes out to you and I continue to pray for more good days for you & David.
Hugs to both of you,
Kim
I love your fall decorations.
I am sorry David has been so confused. I can only tell you that you are not alone in this. And don't try to care for him alone. Ask for help. I cry almost everyday and pray many times a day. Somedays the Lord is the only one I have to talk to except mom. When it gets to much for you ask for help . Please. Don't let this get you down. Because David will need you to be there for him for a long time. And the only way you can do that is with help. God Bless .
Oh Aunt D, I am so sorry David has had a rough weekend. I can only imagine how scary these times must be for you...and wish there was something I could do to help. Just know that we are all here for you...and that you have many thoughts and prayers going your way. I LOVE the verse ~ thank goodness we have the scripture to rely on!!!
Your fall decor is BEAUTIFUL!!! [SIGH!!]
Love you!!
L~
Oh my dear, how my heart hurts for your times of sadness and fear. But, we know that God is with us. However, it is so awful to see our loved one not even knowing where they are. I've walked in those steps so often and know how you feel. Give yourself a hug from me, please.
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