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 …
Category: Personal
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
CREATURE COMFORT
Back in the ‘80’s, I remember reading moving stories of how animals were being introduced into hospitals and retirement homes. The book was called ‘Creature Comfort’ – I don’t remember the author. It has disappeared from our bookshelves, which is sad as I would’ve liked to read it again now that the idea is being … Continue reading CREATURE COMFORT
‘TIL DEATH US DO PART
Researching often takes me off on strange tangents. Whilst looking into the religious vows made by British couples getting married, I came across the full version of the National Anthem! For amusement’s sake, I applied the wording of the second and fourth verses to the current confusion in the UK. See them at the end … Continue reading ‘TIL DEATH US DO PART
CHANGE OF HEART
For carers and those living with dementia, AD is ever present, there’s no getting away from it. I try not to let it dominate my life and to switch off when there’s a chance of a breather, but that black cloud is never far away. I’m in a period of mourning and there’s no knowing … Continue reading CHANGE OF HEART
MORE FROM THE FRONT LINE
Back in May, I devoted a post to PAUL HITCHMOUGH, who has early-onset Alzheimer's. 'FROM THE FRONT LINE' was an account of how it feels to be living with dementia (LWD) and what he's doing to help raise awareness of this dreadful disease. Paul is truly an inspiration so I was happy to receive another … Continue reading MORE FROM THE FRONT LINE
WAYS TO FIND PEACE
Even if we don’t think we’re stressed, we’re likely to be told we are. These days, stress is the big problem along with inflammation. Lord help us if we’re harbouring both! We can research inflammation, which can occur anywhere in the body, and seek outside help, either by consulting a professional of some description or … Continue reading WAYS TO FIND PEACE
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