He left the house to go for a walk
after he'd gone she asked me the question
I could see it in her eyes, she was lost
she asked me was it the same man as the other day?
I said, yes my darling
It's the same man as the other day
she then told me she was very confused
I asked her if she was frightened when she doesn't know him, she replied yes
I told her not to be frightened
I told her to ask him who he is when she doesn't know
she then replied, is it him? because he has the same wallet as the one the other day
I then replied softly
yes, it's him
the same one that's been beside you for sixty years
he's your husband.
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Dementia such a sad disease and robs one of the only treasure that is left in the end, one's memories. For some stuck in a happy place every stranger becomes their mother or father for some stuck in a sad place no one is recognized. God grant me death in the physical sense before mental death. Good write my friend
That's what she said dear sorrenbarret she told me she would prefer just to go. It's certainly sad to see someone you love not there anymore. Thank you my dear friend. 🌹
You are most welcome Teddy
This is quietly heartbreaking—and beautifully restrained.
Thank you so much Thomas, I know many people live with Dementia it's frightening for all concerned. Big hugs 🤗
Dearest Teddy, this is a gentle meditation on thought and presence. The clouded mind doesn’t feel lost, it feels observant, hovering just far enough away to see clearly. Quiet, reflective, and well written my friend!🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛
My dear friend that's so kind, in fact she didn't remember his face but she remembered his wallet, which was probably a present given by her, I wouldn't begin to wonder why this was but you are right, she was always a really smart cookie, thank you for your compassion. 🌹
You are most welcome, Teddy! Thank you for yours, dearest friend!
Such a true write Teddy, Joyce, my wife of 40 years suffered from dementia and I know all about it. I say to people if you have not lives 24/7 with somebody who has dementia you haven't a f****** clue what it is like. She passed six years ago and it was a release for both of us, the anniversary of her funeral is in two days time.
Andy
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a heartbreaking tale Teddy...
beautifully written, as always.
Dear Melvin, lovely to see you, humbled as ever to see you my friend. Thank you so much 🌹
very touching Teddy, a subject too many us know too well x
having a person physically present, and yet lost is absolutely heartbreaking..you have nailed it, my friend..kudos..
My dear. NafisaSB I'm most humbled by your compassion, and yes a shell of what was an incredibly intelligent and fabulous woman. Thank you so much my friend. 🌹
yes - when you see a shell of what was once a pearl - it's truly heart-breaking...i too have seen a few who were so much like the women you have described - so it's shattering to see how they have changed...
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