Were helping our local nursery stay in business by replacing our frozen bushes and plants. Our Bottle Brush bushes froze and I sawed them off at the ground..... so sad. Needless to say, we replaced them with bushes that won't freeze.
I was hoping that David could use the shovel and dig the holes for the new bushes. His perception is totally off, and he couldn't do it. I bought small bushes, and I'm so glad, because I was able to plant them without too much digging. Our soil is hard as a rock, so I bought sacks of compost to add to the soil, hoping to soften it up.
Our next door neighbor gave us this beautiful petunia. I love petunia's, they're so easy to grow. My next purchase at the nursery will be more petunias.
I started this blog entry several days ago ...... David had a smile on his face, but Alzheimer's kicked in on Sunday ..... and he was depressed, staring off into space and angry. In Texas, we say, "if you don't like the weather, wait a minute." The same goes with Alzheimer's...... you never know the mood from day to day (no I take that back, it's more like hour to hour).
Our grandson came over to play with his cousin today. I'm happy to say that so far so good, David is smiling. YEA!
And I say, "thank you God for these precious children."
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Hi Dolores - thanks for your visit!
I'm sorry David was having a hard time. It's so frustrating, I know, for him and for you. We get frustrated with Tony's mom, too. I think she would be really upset alot more without her meds she's taking. She seems content for the most part, she never complains, and sometimes she has a little twinkle in her eye that tells me that at times she's her old self. She used to be a sweet little "pill" in her days before Alz., a delight to be around! I don't know how she will be in the future. I"m praying for you both...
Beautiful petunias. I have a couple of shrubs to replace myself - oleanders. They didn't make the snow and cold wind. Hope ya'll have a good week, Dolores.
Hello sweet D!
Thank you for visiting today.
We, too, must replace dead bushes and that means $$$$$. :( Isn't it always something?
My father was out of sorts on his birthday. He had on burgundy sweats and he would NEVER have been caught dead in those when he was well.
Still...they made me smile and remember better days.
Trusting more of those will come for you as well.
Love to you~Rebecca
God bless the Grands, they usually bring out the smiles,
Your in my thought s a prayers,
judi
Must confess there were times I don't know how I would have survived without Charlie and Jennifer. They were awesome throughout those long five years ..... as always, stay the course. It will be OK.
Keep up the faith and enjoy the good times. Speaking as someone with AD I can say sometimes, and I don't know why, I become angry and frustrated. It's hard to control.
Your grandkids are so precious and beautiful. So nice that you have them around. I am sorry David gets depressed but I am sure the grandkids will help lighten it up.Just hang on...Christine
Having grandchildren to hold, snuggle , and visit with just makes my spirits lift and lighten, even when depression is looming and maybe that is part of the blessing in having grandchildren ~of course the biggest blessing is the grandchildren themselves.
It is good to see David has days that are pleasant and days like that to offer you a small reprieve and a smile .
What beautiful grandchildren. Having your granddaughter with you for the week will hopefully keep you all smiling.
Petunias are wonderful. So easy and so bright and cheerful.
Karla
Petunias are some of my favorites too. It is so good to see that David always has Casey close by. SHe is probably one of the mose important things in his life that provide interest and consistency.
I wondered what all that cold weather was going to cost my Texas friends in the way of plants and trees and such. It doesn't often get that cold there and yall really aren't prepared for that. I remember losing things after hard freezes there.
It's so good to see your comments on my blog and know that you visit. God Bless....
Toodles, Debbie
Wonderful pictures. So true about the weather and Alz's. Never stays the same. Have fun with the grandbabies.
You look so pretty in the picture with Uncle David and Sarah!!! I really, really like his new beard too! Sooooo glad Sarah is there to for both of you to have fun with!
Love you!! L~
I know that you will have your yard looking gorgeous by summer! I'm sure of it! You always have the most beautiful yard!
Sorry about dad's mood swings.
I'm glad that Sarah can stay with y'all ... hope she can help with dad's mood in a positive way.
Love you a ton!
Hi Delores, I stumbled across your blog tonight. I know so much of what you are saying. My mother passed away with Alzhemeirs. It was such an emotionally draining time for me. I pray that you both will be able to thoroughly enjoy the good days and have patience with the bad. My heart goes out to you. God bless you.
Beautiful, beautiful pictures. I think of you every day - several times! Love Jean
Petunias and precious minutes of sweet smiles. Lovely lady stay strong. LR
Dolores,
I have had you on my mind for several days---lifting you up in prayer and asking God to give you strength. I know your days are difficult and uncertain but we serve a God of certainty and whose promises are unfailing. "Be not weary in well doing, for ye shall reap in due time.". I know you will be given of God what you need at the time you need it.
Your petunias are lovely. They are one of my favorite summer flowers.
It is true that grandchildren meet us in a different place in our hearts. Somehow, our hope is renewed in the presence of their lovely faces and bright spirits.
May you and David be blessed of the Lord today. I am sure you know that David's name means "Beloved". I am also sure that that is what you are to God, beloved indeed.
In Grace,
Marie
Dolores,
so happy to see the pictures~ love the smiling faces! So sorry David is having a bout with the depressive attitudes that come along with this disease. Grandma has her days also....but! like you said if we wait a bit it goes away...and for this I too thank God! We are moving along here...waiting on the Lord. I know He is faithful~
Blessings,
Vikki
Hello Delores, just stopping by to say 'hello'. I've started a new job and don't have the time I used to have to visit all the blogs. Glad you had some smiles with your husband. I always fall for all the beautiful petunias every season myself.
Hi Aunt D! Love you!! :-)
Hi Dolores, I have just come across your blog, and can relate to it. My father has Vascular Dementia, and is now in aged care. You have to keep hold of the bright parts of the day. It is surprising what can seem odd to others, may be part of that person's personality/character pre alzheimers or dementia. Enjoy each day, Jenny
So sorry to see you lost those beautiful shrubs. This winter was harsh in a lot of areas that might not normally be affected. My in-laws live in Florida and have to replace most of their shrubs.
I hope that you will all be able to enjoy your visit with your precious grandchildren without Alz. showing it's ugly side again. You are in my thoughts, as always.
I am a caregiver who works in memory care.. sad to say this but at the point where he as past the stage of KNOWING he is loosing himself ,,, life will smooth out. you have a beautiful family.
Hi Dolores, I'm sorry to hear David is having a rough time of it. It must be the week for rough times with this nasty disease. Mr. P hasn't done so well lately, today hasn't been the best of days. I'm fortunate he doesn't have the anger alot of do. This past week I've had a bare of a schedule, he's held up fairly well. Today, he just seems to have a time of it. I hope you have a great w/k.. hugs ~lynne~
to be patient, dear.Everything it will be ok.
God will protect u
Have a nice sunday
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My grandmother had 5 siblings, and of the 6 kids, only one brother so far has not been diagnosed and/or passed away with Alzheimers. Their mother, my great-grandmother, had it as well, although in those days it was not diagnosed. Its such a hard thing to see, but its encouraging to read about your journey and the joys you find despite it.
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