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Re: 50 years
Well we had the 50 anniversary . I played the old songs "did she mention my name" "bad bad leroy brown" "cotton Jenny" You liked the other one so her is another Marital …9 -
Re: Executive functions
We all do the best we can with what we have to work with. Once in a while when we turn out the lights at night, DW will say "thank you I had a good day today". I treasure those nights.5 -
Re: Taboo subject of divorce
BPS- lot to unpack in your post. I opted to remain married, obtain a DPOA and set up a trust to protect assets and remain responsible for the care of my DW. So yea, definitely seek good legal advice …5 -
Slow motion in Stage 8
Dear Forum mates, I am just checking in as the dust begins to settle (sort of) following my beloved DH's peaceful passing a few months ago, ending 6+ years of our devastating dance with dementia…23 -
Re: 10 Absolutes in Dementia Care
First of all, yes your situation sucks. You have the sympathy of everyone here. The disease is heartbreaking, as you already know from your family experience. Second, this is the place you need to be…5 -
THE DAY SHE COULDN’T DRAW A CLOCK
I read this today and it touched me greatly. THE DAY SHE COULDN'T DRAW A CLOCK “From the memoir-in-progress by Michael J. Whelan The technician handed Rebecca a piece of paper and gave her what …19 -
We made it
My husband passed peacefully this morning. I woke just before and was holding his hand. I had been hoping that he could find an off-ramp, and he did. We have been blessed. My deepest thanks to all of…31 -
Re: Taboo subject of divorce
I have been married almost 50 years, the last 20+ have not been great I should have made changes along time ago but I didn't so now I feel like I can't. I need to see this through. She is i…7 -
Re: Executive functions
I try and fail often.5 -
Re: Taboo subject of divorce
As a long time member Crushed always said, “No Guilt, Ever!” We do the best we can but none of us are saints.6
Commonly Used Abbreviations
DH = Dear Husband
DW= Dear Wife, Darling Wife
LO = Loved One
ES = Early Stage
EO = Early Onset
FTD = Frontotemporal Dementia
VD = Vascular Dementia
MC = Memory Care
AL = Assisted Living
POA = Power of Attorney
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