Son #2 the Pilot has returned to his home-- I am always so happy to hear he landed-- He sent this picture as he was going over Thunder Bay-
I hope your day is "smashing"---Lord love a Duck-Be Happy!
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I'm sure that himself didn't mean what he said about Lopez. If he was angry it was probably about anything he could see at the time which happened to be Lopez. The kind and gentle man is still there and would never say these things normally. Thankfully you know this and realize that he will not remember any of it the next day. It is hard on you but you are so strong and can take whatever comes your way. Thinking of you and wishing you the best. (((HUGS)))
ReplyDeleteThank yu-- Lynda
DeleteThose weedwackers....often needing attention. Sure glad you have a go to person to handle that task.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry its difficult at times with the things Fred says. You do know that isn't the real him. That doesn't make it easier but this too shall pass. Hugs dear Lynda.
Have a good day.
I realize it isn't him anymore --- He just feels so sorry for himself--tells me over and over tht he is "old"-- (I am too-- LOL) Lynda
DeleteHoping himself's mood swings aren't happening more often. At least he doesn't remember them the next day. Although too bad you do just try not to put much stock in them. May today be better.
ReplyDeleteOh Brenda --- himself has not been easy to live with for sure!----I try not to argue with him too--That makes it worse-Lynda
DeleteI'm sorry that himself isn't always his real self! That must be so difficult for you to watch. A few years ago my husband was ill and I could see the person I married simply slipping away. Fortunately for me the doctors were able to help and he is himself again. Thinking of you!
ReplyDeleteAll the DRs here just want to medicate him-- maybe someday, but not yet-- I hope! Lynda
DeleteI'm slightly jealous of you having a weed-whacker maintenance dude... I haven't gone hunting, and ponder whether that's a next step for me, taking on weed whacking before I decided about mowing.
ReplyDeleteHope you had a great Tuesday!
Weed whacking is the worst job-- The string never lasts-- It's a hot job-- plus I have to get help to string the darn thing-- Lynda
DeleteDo you tell his doctor what Himself says? Someone needs to know that, so if something happens, you are not accused of aiding and abetting. It needs to be written down, officially. Glad you have someone to fool with the weed eater. Good luck.
ReplyDeleteNo, I did not tell his DR-- They don't seem to care-- I did tell Son #3---who did not know how to react --I felt I had to tell someone--It is a very awful relationship---He has so much anger-- Lynda
DeleteWhen your husband gets in these moods is it usually in the evening? It's probably called sundowners syndrome and is very common with the Alzheimer's patients.
DeleteI am so sorry you have to go through that. I think I would cry. As no doubt you've done. I think I would just have to leave the room. Or go for a walk. Something. I am so upset after having gone to the doctor. You see, I have diabetes type 2 and have been feeling sorry for myself lately. I didn't feel good about two weeks ago, weak, fatigued, light headed, so I went to see her. I waited an hour and she saw me for 5 minutes. I said I felt better, and she said in a gruff voice "then why are you here? You know you can't eat those things" - I don't cook and I eat either junk food or frozen dinners. Everything has sugar in it or carbs. I told her my hands ache and my fingers itch and my arm has been going to sleep when I lay down. She did NOTHING for me, not even give me anything for the itching. I left wanting to cry. I didn't ask for diabetes, I don't want to have it! I just want to eat what I want to eat! My arthritis hurts all the time, and now my knee replacement hurts and it's only been 9 years, and I just sometimes wish I weren't around anymore.
ReplyDeleteOh Marti --Poor yu!--No -one wants diabetes-- but-- yu cannot change it--Ask someone to send you to a diabetic clinic--They could help yu sort out a diet plan that yu like--- That is so sad that that DR sounded angry-- I would cry too--(but yes I do cry a lot!)_--- I am happy that you are around-- AND that yu read my blog! --- YU just do the best that yu can--- and eventually yu will enjoy what yu eat-- and maybe slip in sa bit of treats-- Yu can let off steam any time on here-- I do that--!--LOL-- and if yu are on here, yu might even meet Queen Elizabeth- Hugs my dear friend! Lynda
DeleteAh, my dear Lynda, I do luv ya! We all have our trials and tribulations, don't we? And....they suck sometimes! She said I can't eat cereal for breakfast, and I was like, well what do I eat then? (And I can't eat ice cream sandwiches - but, I crave them!)
DeleteAs I don't cook....she said eggs, turkey sausage. So, I WAS proactive, I DID go to Kroger and got a bunch of frozen Jimmy Dean egg and sausage frozen meals and some turkey sausage to eat, and yes, even some eggs. I try to eat those, hard boiled, but I'm so picky. If they sit more than a day in the fridge, I'll get persnickety and not eat them. Which is a waste of eggs. I need a personal cook, we can dream, can't we???
Yes, my day was smashing!
ReplyDeleteWe knew your frig would be fine. Mine, in the freezer part, is icing up. I turned down the temp a bit. That is not supposed to happen. It's a brand new GE. I will have to go to their web site, plug in the model number and see if it says anything about it.
Love the McDonald's breakfast. Once in a blue moon I go there for a bacon egg and cheese biscuit.
You work too hard, Lynda. Wish you had more help. {{{HUGS}}}
Beautiful photos! Mental decline is terrible, not fair. Have a pretty Tuesday evening.
ReplyDeleteIt is the Sundowners talking thru Himself...the only time he would be dangerous to Lopez, I would think - would be if he was in a rage. Truly he needs someone to stay with him when you are gone...he may be angry because he feels so alone and it is scary in his head where he is. It seems it is always worse at night....hugs Lynda.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear the new fridge is installed properly. Hugs to you for all you do for your family and endure it has to be taking an emotional toll on you. Only you know where you breaking point is to get help or take other measures to insure the safety of those around you. I think of you daily and wish you well.
ReplyDeleteWe finally got some rain here too, in Portland, Oregon. It's been so dry and hot lately! Is there anyone who could maybe come and visit with your husband while you run errands? You know, if he's not going with you. A live-in caregiver, skilled with dementia issues might be something to consider too. It might be peace of mind for you, to know they could always be nearby and it would be safer for everyone involved. It sounds like you're not sure right now. Any caregiver, really, could help, because if they saw and interacted with your husband on a daily basis, they would start to forge a nice relationship and it would be helpful.
ReplyDeleteThis article I found says your husband may be eligible for special help, since he is a veteran. I think you said that he was a veteran, anyway. https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/home-continuing-care/home-community-care.html
You might even know people who could come and visit more often. It would help him to remember them and to feel calmer. Everyone should try to visit as often as they can.
Oh my goodness, Linda. (((((HUGS))))) So difficult when Himself isn’t himself. **SIGH** So sorry.
ReplyDeleteGlad son #2 arrived home safely! Love the picture of so #2’s McDonald’s Korean breakfast.
Hugs and prayers. Hope today is a better day. You’re in my thoughts.
Barb
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