Yesterday I cried. For the first time in ages. Tears frequently start to come but then dry up as I find myself numb, too far gone to cry. This is not me. In my time, like Alice, I’ve cried a pool of tears deep and wide. As have so many women and some men. THE … Continue reading CRY ME A RIVER
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NIGHT, NIGHT. SLEEP TIGHT
These days, the sheer intensity of looking after Leaf, constantly checking on what he’s doing, looking for things he’s lost, making sure he’s occupied so I can get on with my chores, can leave me ragged at the end of the day. If I’m absolutely exhausted and fear I won’t get a good night’s sleep, … Continue reading NIGHT, NIGHT. SLEEP TIGHT
ONE SIZE DOES NOT FIT ALL
It’s a year since Leaf’s last major check-up. No escaping that seven hours at the hospital! Thank goodness for a private room and that I’d thought to take my laptop and Leaf his colouring book. The gaps between seeing people are long and obviously boring. UP TO DATE! It was good to see the same … Continue reading ONE SIZE DOES NOT FIT ALL
‘A’ LIST
I have often stopped to ponder on the lessons I think I’m learning. Particularly when my current situation is especially challenging. It’s easy to go through life without reflection but surely what we’ve experienced so far and how we’ve managed our difficulties is what makes us who we are today. Perhaps we need to look … Continue reading ‘A’ LIST
WHEN THE TIME COMES
Last week I decided the time has come to activate my Enduring Power of Attorney – Mandat de Protection Future. Leaf has now lost so many of his faculties, he wouldn’t be able to make major decisions. In the past few months his AD has speeded up and whether it will plateau or keep accelerating, … Continue reading WHEN THE TIME COMES
It Makes Me Feel Like …
When a friend asked us if we’d like to join an informal dance group, we immediately said ‘yes’. We’ll be dancing to our favourite music from the 60’s, 70’s, possibly even the 80’s. Whatever gets us moving freely. As soon as Leaf and I hear Bob Marley, we’re away – irresistible! We enjoy having a … Continue reading It Makes Me Feel Like …
NOT JUST ‘HAPPY NEW YEAR’!
HAPPY NEW YEAR to all readers or, BONNE ANNEE, as they say here in France. CELEBRATING THE PASSAGE OF TIME Along with happiness and prosperity, the French will frequently add ‘et surtout, bonne santé’ - above all, good health. Of course we wish this universally but particularly to those closest to us. To Leaf, suffering … Continue reading NOT JUST ‘HAPPY NEW YEAR’!
A HOLIDAY BREAK
Over the last couple of weeks I’ve learned two valuable lessons. One is not to over-estimate the strength of my immune system, the other is to accept that my life is no longer my own. I’ve been very tired lately and so it’s not really surprising that I succumbed to a bout of bronchitis. I’m … Continue reading A HOLIDAY BREAK
SIDELINED?
About a year ago, we were introduced to an English couple who have since returned to the UK. He's in the advanced stages of AD, restricted verbally but, when given the chance, still able to enjoy himself socially. She's his highly competent and loving wife and carer. We had some good chats and I often … Continue reading SIDELINED?
THE BEST MEDECINE
When I was in my teens, there came a time when I progressed from comics to magazines. I felt so grown-up when my first SHE landed on the doormat. I devoured every page. A few years later, as I became more sophisticated, I ditched SHE and moved on to the ever-so-daring COSMOPOLITAN. Anyone who remembers … Continue reading THE BEST MEDECINE
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