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Re: Wiley
Justi~Thank you luv, yes he is living at 'home' in their new apartment since my sister got out of hospital after she broke down over taking care of him I'm thinking.
She wouldn't go into hospital willingly so I had to e-mail my nieces with details of a telephone call I received from their mother so they could get a court order to have her hospitalized. They kept her in hospital for a month.
She called me yesterday on my birthday and it sounds like she has a 'grip' now and I got to speak to 'Mike' too, who sounded good to me in French and English. But I know that is not how he really is all the time anymore.
That is amazing work you and George are doing love. God Bless you both.
posted by
WileyJohn
on April 12, 2012 at 9:15 PM
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Sam444:
There has to be some miracle underneath all that, some key that can be turned. Be blessed dear lady.
posted by
Justi
on April 12, 2012 at 4:05 AM
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lustor
little but they enjoyed them so much.
posted by
Justi
on April 12, 2012 at 4:04 AM
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I agree that the mental capacity is and can be of great magnitude! sam
posted by
sam444
on April 12, 2012 at 2:51 AM
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the eggs sound lovely and a kind gesture
posted by
Lanetay
on April 11, 2012 at 9:02 PM
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Bel
I so hope they see them as golden eggs. I have begun something for mother's and father's day now. I believe they should enjoy as much of the pleasures of the days that others do as they can.
posted by
Justi
on April 11, 2012 at 6:56 PM
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FormerStudentIntern
I think we have no idea how much it really can manage. I wish I knew more about this disease, it is incredible.
posted by
Justi
on April 11, 2012 at 6:54 PM
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Wiley
I am sorry about your BIL. You would be surprised there are more than a few that are 60, 50 perhaps even in their 40s. Most are in their 70-90+ range. Is he living at home? That can be very difficult. We will keep him in our prayers.
posted by
Justi
on April 11, 2012 at 6:53 PM
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Nautikos
We all do something for others in some sort of way that makes life better. We happen to be available to them. They need a lot of time from a lot of people and we are doing a small part of it. I just love it when they, as you say, appear to get some sunshine into their lives. Thank you,
posted by
Justi
on April 11, 2012 at 6:49 PM
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CCT
Yes, it is a sad plight. Looking at a person who is thinking of something yet nothing in this immediacy nor of any importance to their lives except that it goes back, back and on and on. We rely on their finding joy in those old things. We sing songs from their era, talk about things of that time and they can associate to some degree. It blesses us...
posted by
Justi
on April 11, 2012 at 6:47 PM
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tamijo
My mother did too. I was not able to help her, I am passing it on.
posted by
Justi
on April 11, 2012 at 6:44 PM
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Kabu
Yes darling I could not remember Faberge. That is exactly why I do what I do. I have so little to give in any direction, but to them it is enough. Their life appears better. Thank you for your comment.
posted by
Justi
on April 11, 2012 at 6:43 PM
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There were golden eggs to those who held them
Because they were a symbol, even if it felt small to you, they were a symbol that somebody cared. God bless you for your loving, generous heart.
posted by
Bel_Marshall
on April 11, 2012 at 11:14 AM
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It truly is amazing what the human mind can do.
posted by
FormerStudentIntern
on April 11, 2012 at 9:49 AM
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Justi
Amazing God gift to those with alzheimer's is who you are, my BIL Mike O has the disease and he's just my age.
posted by
WileyJohn
on April 11, 2012 at 7:36 AM
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Justi
You're doing such important work by bringing some sunshine and joy into the lives of these sad people...
posted by
Nautikos
on April 11, 2012 at 7:01 AM
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I always feel sad looking at these people, so lost in and longing to be found in a strange way. Perhaps a cure will come, there does appear to be hope of arresting the symptoms, I hope it will soon be available to many. You must have that rest you deserve and George, take care
posted by
C_C_T
on April 11, 2012 at 12:26 AM
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What a wonderful thing you did! Alzheimer's is a very difficult disease - my father-in-law had it. I am eternally grateful to you and others who can brighten their day. Thank you.
posted by
tamijo
on April 10, 2012 at 9:23 PM
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Faberge eggs darling and yours were just as special. Don't call them
of less value for the joy they brought is Priceless and they were made with true loving hands and prayers and are you giving what you have; yourself. Much loved lady that you are.
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Kabu
on April 10, 2012 at 9:23 PM
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