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Re: Just need to talk to my friends (203)
Had to venture outside my "radius" today. The amount of new construction, remodel and renovation going on here in OKC is staggering. I wish I were still in the business. Lots of money being…1 -
Re: Just need to talk to my friends (203)
Everyone seems so busy. I went to one of those freelunch/dinners. One was fine. The other they shut the doors. It was a little scarey. I loved to camp. Hiked Bridger up tp 14K feet with 40pounds on m…1 -
Re: What to do in an emergency??
My county has a 'Citizen Well Check'. They call you - 5 days a week, and if you do not answer or respond, they will send someone to your house. The system is automated. Check to see if you have one a…2 -
Re: Confusion in transition from sleep to awake
As mom progressed, even a nap would result in a period of increased confusion upon waking. My son commented that’ every time she wakes up, it’s a brand new new day’.2 -
Re: Words I never thought I would say
@Whyzit2 : Great job! You had a clear plan and calmly stuck to it! You are a great example for all of us. Remember that intervention is the default mode of our medical system. You must have a clear p…4 -
Re: Confusion in transition from sleep to awake
I have been trying different things and have found that keeping the drapes open and letting the sun stream in seems to reduce the length of confusion time. I was reading about sun downing and trying …2 -
Re: Words I never thought I would say
I feel guilty all the time for thinking of myself instead of my DH. Give yourself grace. You are doing the best you can in a very difficult situation4 -
Re: Words I never thought I would say
Yes, I certainly understand, and you are not alone. Do not be hard on yourself.3 -
Re: Words I never thought I would say
@Jazzma, it’s not selfish to feel that you want your life back. It’s a part of self-preservation. I feel the same way.5 -
Re: A Wife and A Partner
Thank you for your very honest and candid post. It’s obvious you love your wife very much. You’re so lucky to have found a partner that you can share this with.5
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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