This is such a personal blog—not that ALL of the past 87 blogs haven’t been. But, this one will touch many people, not just those of us with some form of dementia.
It probably started years ago. I had to turn up the TV. As time passed, it had to be louder still. My husband began to mumble (he ... Read more
Ahhh, it’s time for looking inward…to get a retrospective view of where I am now and where I want to be… Having vascular dementia is unlike other dementias. If I keep my blood sugars level (and they aren’t) and my blood pressure within good range (which it is) and my cholesterol level at a healthy level (which... Read more
Sleep…ahhh, sweet, sweet sleep… In my last blog, I wrote about the benefits of sleep. Since then, I have managed a couple of good nights mixed in with some “all nighters”. Today I will be meeting with my neurologist, and I will tell him of my sleep difficulties. In the meantime, I have... Read more
Time for a quiz:
What is the name for “the natural periodic suspension of consciousness during which the powers of the body are restored”? (definition by Mirriam-Webster’s Online Dictionary)
The answer has five letters. S L E E P
I’m pretty sure that most of you knew the answer, but ... Read more
I am getting tired of having dementia… I’m ready to give it back so that I can regain my old self. Have you ever felt that way? You may not have dementia. Arthritis, poor eyesight, or any other health problem may be your bane. Are you tired of being the way you are? Get moving. I forget myself when I get... Read more
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