Our family was here for Easter (minus the oldest granddaughter, who had to work, and we missed her so much.) It's always a blessing to us when we're together.
Having our family together is bitter sweet; most of the time, I've grown accustomed to the changes in David. I must admit that it's getting harder to remember what he was like 'before'......I miss David even more when our family is together. Before Alzheimer's, David would play with the grandchildren....... now..... he goes off to his room and sits quietly with his head down or watches Fox News..
I'm so very thankful that our family had this time together........ I'm thankful for our memories past and present..... And I say, "thank you God!"
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I am so happy you have such a large support system. Loving family sure helps to endure the changes. CR did well with the family this Easter also.
Blessings and lots of hugs,
Judi
My MIL goes off in her room and just sits as well staring off into space with the lights out.That always makes me sad when I see her do that.I hate that it takes their personality away from them.
Your family pictures makes me smile,nothing on God's green earth is better than having family around
Take care,
Diane
Wonderful picture! So sorry for the changes but they seem to be slow for David. I pray they remain slow for many years to come. You are such a great lady with a great family.
I "hate" this @@^^&** disease and what it does to lovely people. But I am thrilled you were able to have a family holiday and know how much it meant to everyone.
What a beautiful family, Delores. I know the day was bittersweet and that the grandchildren missed David playing with them but they (and you) have the wonderful memories of Easters and other times past when he was such a part of your day.
Hugs
Latane
Hi Dolores - you have such a beautiful family. That picture is a lovely keepsake. You should have it enlarged. I know you're missing one grandkid, but it's so good. Maybe you'll have another opportunity for everyone to be there - you just never know. I hope you have many more good times with David and all the family! gentle hugs, Vickie
Hi Dolores....where would we be without cameras!!!! I try to make sure I take photos of Dad with the family either in small groups of who is attending on the day, or whenever they are able to visit. Dates on the photos come in handy too. Hopefully the camera will be out the next time the missing grandchild is there. Each photo is memorable in its own way. Glad you had a lovely day, Jenny
I will echo the other commentators, what a beautiful family! You are so richly blessed with so much family and you do have a wonderful support system provided by a loving and gracious God...but still I know it must hurt your heart to know the man God gave you as helpmate and soul-mate cannot knowingly enjoy the blessings of this abundance here on earth.In Heaven though, that will be a different story!
You have abeautiful family, Dolores. Everybody looks so happy. It must be heartbreaking to see the changes in David. So sorry about that but I know you and your family are just thankful that he is around....Christine
We also had a lovely Easter with all the family together - Mum, my two 'kids' and my son's friend. I wish I'd taken photos, but I was so frightened that Mum would ruin Easter at any moment by getting angry, that I forgot to get the camera out. Thank God she behaved herself and we got through it and even had fun.
Delores, let me reiterate: Your family IS beautiful. I know it is bittersweet. Having a spouse with Alzheimers isn't what any of us plan, but many of us will have to deal with. As you know, my mom had it, diagnosed at 64. She too became uncomfortable with crowds. She didn't recognize or remember all those strange people calling her 'mom' and 'granny'. We finally opted to call her by her first name just to keep from scaring her. As much as we like family gatherings, it can upset the daily routine. There really isn't any answer, is there? We just continue to perservere. And pray.
Hugs, Debbie
Such a beautiful family! We had some touch and go moments with my grandmother this holiday but all in all it was a beautiful day. Praise God!
Karla
What a beautiful family portrait!!!
Have a wonderful week...
Your family picture is just beautiful. I'm glad that you could be together for Easter. I certainly understand your feelings. The changes are sad to watch.
Lovely family get together!
Love the picture.
Sometimes I think about before and it saddens me.
Thanks for your visit, Dolores. Yes, things are getting better thanks be to the Lord. Decisions and the 'next steps' are being taken care of for us it seems. The next step after rehab is knowing where to place MIL if she cannot recupe fully. If she can learn to use her walker until she's mobile again, then she can go back to her memory facility. If not, then we must find a nursing home. But I know God will provide. Have a wonderful lovely beautiful day in Seguin!
Dolores,
I love the picture! What a beautiful family. Praying for you and thinking about you and David.
Blessings and love,
Vikki
Hi Dolores - me again. 3rd time on here - no I'm not a stalker. haha!
Mema and Bepa - that's so funny! I haven't heard of another Mema & Bepa. My oldest son got to name his grandfather. FIL wanted to be Grandpa, but Adam couldn't say that and it came out Bepa. He did pretty well on Mema.
My parents are Nonnie & PopPop - since the kids got older they started saying just "Pop". My daddy was supposed to be Pawpaw, but ... I actually found a few cards that said PopPop! I snapped them up in a hurry!
Thanks for your sweet comments. You are always so kind, Dolores!
I'm so glad I double-checked because I hadn't seen this post. What an absolute beautiful picture! I also ditto everything Helen said! I couldn't have expressed it better!
I love you!! L~
Oh...and my comment went right through that time...YEAAAA!! :-) L~
A very happy birthday! So sorry about dinner but so very happy that you got to have lovely lunch. I pray that this year brings much strength for the journey and untold happiness in all things little and big.
Much love,
Vikki
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