Well. Would you look at that? I MADE something today! My mom and I had a really good morning together. She was a more tired version of her old self. So, I gathered up supplies and she watched (her choice) while I stamped some gift bags for her and my dad to use at Christmas time. While I worked she opened up some. It's easy to see how someone with dementia could become depressed. Everyday you wake up to discover anew that most of your friends and family are dead. We tried to stay upbeat, even making little necklaces for ourselves out of ribbon and bells, and beginning a new club - The Ding-A-Lings.
The afternoon wasn't quite so good, but we made it through.
I feel the need to begin my decorating for the holidays! Now, please understand this - I haven't decorated for Christmas in this house before. I am eager to get started to see how it all works out. Even though the old house seemed bigger, this one actually has more space to decorate. Please grant me this small indulgence to start early and post lots of pictures! I NEED to do this for my sanity (well, and also because thggm really wants all that holiday stuff out of his garage!).
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Go ahead and start decorating. I'll start getting my stuff out the day after Thanksgiving. Looking forward to seeing photos!
I know very little about older people and dementia, and have no experience with it. I do know the heartbreak of losing my mom. My prayers are with you, Judy.
i don't mind the decorating...i just loathe the putting away.
this house we're in is much bigger and everyone is excited about decorating, but i keep trying to be the voice of reason: remember, we have a 2yr old living here. i don't know where we'll put the tree so that it might still be up on Christmas.....
I remember when my maternal grandmother started wandering the streets. It was not a good thing.
I am glad you are working quickly to find a solution and I pray that your father adjusts quickly.
I'm so happy that you still have these precious moments with your mom. I brought mine home to be with me. I have set up a health care nurse for the duration and the hospital bed, etc have all been ordered. God will see us thought...I'll be praying for you. If I can help feel free to email me:ptrent4567@gmail.com
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