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Dear Chris, oh how I would love to smell the fragrance of your beautiful Jonquils.
As you know I am walking in your shoes as far as being a caretaker of a loved one who has Dementia. She now lives with me. It is my life now as we have no family members willing to help. Tonight, was a 2-hour sleep for me, but later I will nap. I continue to pray for you and your family. Love and hugs, Suzanna
by pennifold
18 Jul 2022
My heart aches for you too Suzanna. I admire your dedication in living with her. I couldn't do that without losing my patience and I'm a very placid person normally, but Mum can be really challenging.
I do hope that you can get some more help with your loved one.
I've had to let Mum's insurance company know that she won't be in her residence for 3 months. I've got to inform Centrelink that I'm not looking after Mum, but my sister will be, so lots of government paperwork to get through. Eventually Jewls and I will have to place Mum into full time care, so sad. Love Chris
18076I hope the flowers cheer you while they are fresh and the picture and memories of them continue to cheer you when the flowers are gone. Keep creating those wonderful memories with Mom, and I don't mean a lousy doctor visit, but the way you have treated her otherwise, fussing over her hair, taking her to church, to lovely luncheons, on excursions. I know you treasure her and this is so hard, but it's what you have left of her plus your memories. Much love and prayer, Betsey
by pennifold
18 Jul 2022
Thanks so much Betsey, that's so lovely of you to say. I know Mum's memory is getting bad, and that's something I just have to live with. I do have great memories and need to remember that.
I'm so glad Jewls is going to look after her for me for these next 3 months.
Mum and Jewls are leaving (with Lily, Mum's dog) this week for Tumby Bay in South Australia and Mum won't be coming back till late October (after we come back from our trip).
Trev and I leave for Europe on 9th September and are not returning to Australia till the 24th October. Love Chris
6654612426I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. She was always so delightful at your celebrations and events. Answers will come to science, as they have learned so much about the brain and have many new remedies. Your flowers are lovely as are you. Prayers and thoughts your way. I will tell Christie of your post. You mean so much to her and myself, and not because of our names. Lol!
by pennifold
17 Jul 2022
Thanks Chris, I appreciate that. It's been hard watching her go so quickly. Even today conversation was difficult to follow, we just have to try and guess what she is referring to.
Please send my love to Christie when you next chat. Love Chris
173584The flowers are beautiful and smell so good all together... Hope they lift you spirit a little. Prayers are with you and the family... I know what you are going through. I went through it with my dad. It is a sad disease. Also puts a lot of worry on you . You are in my thoughts all the time. You are not alone either.... we are all here for you. HUGS
by pennifold
17 Jul 2022
Thanks darling, it's lovely to have so many beautiful people praying for me. I can't wait for this upcoming holiday. Love Chris
111114Lovely flowers. Have been thinking of you and your mother. Wishing you luck and sending you prayers. Hugs
by pennifold
14 Jul 2022
Hi Shirley, how's it going down in beautiful Tassie? I watch the weather map every day and always comment on how lovely and cool it is down there.
Thanks for your kind words, I can't wait to see what happens tomorrow. I'll keep everyone updated, love Chris
by shirley124
14 Jul 2022
It is very cold down here in beautiful Tassie. I don’t like the winters. Looking forward to spring, summer and autumn.
526799554Thinking of you Chris. Don’t forget to look after yourself - you are important too.
by pennifold
14 Jul 2022
Thanks Sarah, yes, I'm trying to do that, I know I've got to keep myself well. I'm seeing my doctor next week for my 6 monthly script check up and I know my BP is going to be high. I'm worried about my Type 11 Diabetes too, and all the other things that happen as one ages!!! He he he!
Thank God Trev is a good listener, even though he always tries to fix things!!!!!!!!! Love Chris
253107Oh, Chris - your flowers are beautiful!! I know it has been a difficult year for you. It is good that you and your sister are working together to make these difficult decisions. It must be confusing and frustrating for your Mum to forget things and to note be able to answer questions. I send prayers for her, you and your sis. Keep us updated - we are with you!! Hugs, Laura
by pennifold
14 Jul 2022
Thanks Laura, aren't they just? I get so tired and then I get angry at myself for sometimes being short, but I pull myself up and just remember it's not her, it's her brain that's not connecting the dots, so to say. I'm hoping tomorrow we can do something about her meds. Love Chris
95384I think Karen said what we feel here at Cute. Some of us have been in your shoes and know it’s not an easy walk. Love and hugs to you Chris.
by pennifold
14 Jul 2022
Hi Toogie, I know a lot of you lovely ladies have been where I am at the moment, so it's great to come on here and vent, thanks for your concern too. Love Chris
109082Your Jonquils are lovely and I'm sure their perfume is uplifting to your sore heart. You have my prayers for sure, for you, your family and your Mum. I know watching the slow decline of her is heartbreaking for you and the family. But you will not be alone, you have your Cute family there with a prayer, an ear, a shoulder and a hug whenever needed.
by pennifold
14 Jul 2022
Thanks so much Karen, I've been with Jewls and Mum most of today and tomorrow will be similar. I do hope Mum's doctor can help us out. Jewls has offered to take Mum back to South Australia for maybe 3 months.
We leave for Europe on the 9th September and don't come back till the 24th October. Jewls may end up having her for a bit longer if she leaves in the next couple of weeks. We will wait and see what happens tomorrow with Mum's doctor. Thanks for your kind words, love Chris
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