I've realized over the past weeks that David is reading less and less....actually.....not reading at all; sure makes me sad!!!!
Reading has always been such a big part of David's life; he read anything with words on paper. I've been so thankful that he could read to pass the time.
I've realized recently that he wasn't understanding what he was reading, but at least looking at the paper gave him something to do.
Reading has always been such a big part of David's life; he read anything with words on paper. I've been so thankful that he could read to pass the time.
I've realized recently that he wasn't understanding what he was reading, but at least looking at the paper gave him something to do.
There are stacks of newspapers waiting to be read. He says he's going to read them.... he just needs more time.
I stopped the Wall Street Journal this week. He won't notice that it's missing, the San Antonio paper and local paper will still be here.
I feel the same sadness that I felt when I didn't renew his C.P.A. license. One more loss..........
However, he still sweeps, and I'm so thankful that it's fall, with leaves falling, it keeps him busy sweeping and keeping our patio and sidewalk looking beautiful.
Crissy the cat, is 16 years old, and Casey the dog, 3 years old........David loves and tries to take care of both of them ........they are a blessing in so many ways.
There are days of overwhelming sadness, but I can look around me and easily find people with a much heavier load. I'm reminded that I have so much to be thankful for..... and I am!
And I say, "thank you God for leaves that fall and give David a job to do."
I stopped the Wall Street Journal this week. He won't notice that it's missing, the San Antonio paper and local paper will still be here.
I feel the same sadness that I felt when I didn't renew his C.P.A. license. One more loss..........
However, he still sweeps, and I'm so thankful that it's fall, with leaves falling, it keeps him busy sweeping and keeping our patio and sidewalk looking beautiful.
There are days of overwhelming sadness, but I can look around me and easily find people with a much heavier load. I'm reminded that I have so much to be thankful for..... and I am!
And I say, "thank you God for leaves that fall and give David a job to do."
22 comments:
Delores,
Oh, my sweet friend. How I wish I could turn all your sorrows into joy!. I know you are saddened by the changes in your beloved, but I know you also rejoice over the good days and moments you have together.
God has given you a tremendous gift---the gift of caring and protecting the one you love. The gift of loving, praying for, and remaining ever present to the one who still, obviously, makes your heart jump for joy. Oh, how I am blessed by your loveing spirit and generous heart.
Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so blessed by your faithful and lovng perspective on your daily life and your prayerful example.
May He bless you richly today.
In Grace,
Marie
I am so sorry that he does not read anymore. But sweeping is wondeful. I pray that he enjoys the pets and sweeping for many yrs. I think about you alot. You are doing a great job. God Bless.
Dolores,
What beautiful pictures you always post that show your gracious living. The one with the pets is just great.
As you know, I am in the same boat with you--in a marriage for better and for worse--hoping to be the best helpmeet I can be so that one day my Lord says, "well done".
I am saddened by the things my husband doesn't do now also. Sometimes it is our husbands lack the follow-through and organizational skills in their brains because ALZ has taken that away.
My husband mainly reads when he sings hymns and I don't know he wants to read much else these days. He mainly watches movies on TV or DVD and today I saw that those bore him. He said he was going to bed because he was bored!
I am so sorry that David stopped reading, Dolores. But it's nice that he has other things to occupy him. My mom stopped reading too but she reads signs when we are driving around. She is now with my sister in St. Louis....Christine
I remember when my Dad stopped reading too, but I bought him some of those coffee table books you see on the reduced tables and shelves at the bookstores. He enjoyed looking at the pictures...there were very few words, but he still had a book to carry around.
Hi Aunt D,
It saddens me to think about Uncle David no longer reading...and what those thoughts about it must be for you. Just know that you are loved...and David is loved by so many!! Life doesn't make sense sometimes but at least we don't face it alone!! I love you!
PS~ Your house looks great!! :-)
Laura
Dolores,
my dear friend..reading your post made me cry~ I went through this with grandma; she also loved to read. My heart aches for you and David....I pray that the Lord continues you to sustain both you and David. I am thankful though that he can walk and talk and enjoy his animals and your home and you! I pray the Lord would bless you with continued strength.
Love and blessings,
Vikki
Thinking of you both, Jenny
I am he is still able to be home with you even with all the changes he goes through. I'll be praying for your strength.
So sad... I'm so sorry, Dolores.
Good Sunday to YOU! I know I've shared this with you ... but I'm sitting here this morning remembering how Mother would be in our front yard for hours on end raking/sweeping those pine needles she called stickers ... it is still a lovely memory. So treasure the sweeper!!! I know you do. HI DAVID!
I'm sitting here staring at this comment screen, listening to FOX news Sunday Morning...I read your post with saddness and wonderment. As a retired OB-GYN nurse...Med Surgical as well, I've seen many joys and much sadness.
But I cannot Even Begin to imagine what you and David are going through even though this illness had touched my life...short term.
I just want you to know I'm here for you...SO friggin' INadequate...
I wish I could help....I Have heard that when this begins, some people begin to enjoy things like MP3 players...I don't know though for sure...
You are both, such an inspiration to others...And I'm proud to call you, beloved friend....
(((HUG))))
It sure is amazing, when we find such sweetness, in the simple things. Thank God for that! I had to do some physical therapy and had been feeling a bit sorry for myself, lately. I would see a picture of a child struggling with cancer and say.... But it really hit me when I was in the sitting room at the physical therapy office. I looked around and joined in conversation with..a man in a wheelchair with only one leg, swollen hand (who had a stroke 2 years ago, he was younger than me.) Another man had a terrible lisp that he must have had all his life....ond other man had a ongoing problem with his leg. All these men were loney, hurting and yet, I saw such wonderful spirts...souls. I no long feel sorry for myself, I am just a tiny drop in a bucket. We all know that there is always someone else who has it worse but it is always hard to visualize this... I got to see this wonderful lesson right before my eyes, in a loving, giving, innocent childlike openness that just gave me the sweetest peace! I savored every ounce of it and keep going back to it, when I want to remember what real love and giving is all about.
Quite a Christmas story...don't you think?
Bless you and I pray your burden will not be more than you can handle. I remember how hard it was when my Dad could no longer read the paper. I can still see it laying on the dining table...unread.
Oh Dolores, I am sorry for this latest loss. You are so wise to treasure the things David is still able to enjoy.
Life is amazing!!! Your thankfulness attests to that simple fact!!!
Sending my prayers and Holiday Wishes to you and yours!!!
So sorry to hear of the loss of reading. My grandmother also was a very avid reader and no longer can. So sad to see them lose these bits and pieces but you are an inspiration with your positive outlook.
Karla
Dolores: I don't know what to say other than "I understand". I can remember when I knew my dad couldn't read anymore - I was so sad for him. He read every day and every night. Clynt says it's getting harder for him to read too, but he says he still can.
We know David loves to sweep; lets hope he always can! And he knows how to love you as much as you love him. I continue to look to you as my guide and inspiration on how to love. You're terrific!
God loves David and I can see you love David too.
Diane
I think this is the hardest part of this disease: watching opur loved ones lose the abilities that once gave them such joy!!!!!!!!!! David is SO blessed to have you, and you in turn are blessed to be able to care for him. I know some days are HARD...I cared for my Mom for 5 years, but it is all worth it, trust me. God will bless you forever. XO, Pinky
The loss of David's reading ability is very sad, and yet you end by being thankful for what he can and does do. What a telling thing about you, and your love for David, and what has probably kept David doing as well as he has.
I really feel your loss and I am happy to know that David still has an activity that he loves to do. Your picture of the animals is so beautiful. I can't even begin to tell you how beautiful that kitty of yours is. Stunning! (but then, I am captivated by the white ones)
Have a good day and enjoy being together. Hugs, Deb=^..^=x5
Hi Dolores, I so know what you mean. Mr. P used to love to read, than all of a sudden that stopped. He blamed his eyes, we've had them worked on twice and go again on Monday to redo the right eye. I had stopped the daily paper and he asked why it didn't come any longer. I renewed it and he enjoys when it comes, many times over and over again. A gentleman was here today and brought him a lot of western novels, I'm not sure they will ever be read, but the thought was very generous. He sleeps more and more and gets discouraged when he's awake. I'm glad your David is as passive as Mr. P is..think of you often. hugs ~lynne~
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