Comments on: Watching Dementia Take Over

By: Carla @ All of Me Now

Carla @ All of Me Now — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 03:04:00 +0000

This post says so much about how you’re feeling right now. While his memory may fail him, know nothing can replace in his heart, his soul, his spirit the love he has for you. Much strength and faith to you and your family during this very tough time. And big, big hugs!

By: Cristina-ColombianaenCA

Cristina-ColombianaenCA — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:05:00 +0000

I can imagine your frustration and sadness. Must be really hard for you. Thanks for sharing your feelings, big hugs!

By: Tracy

Tracy — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 14:02:00 +0000

Heartbreaking and frustrating for all involved. I’m sorry, Mel.

By: modernmami

modernmami — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:10:00 +0000

Gracias, Monica. I’m glad the post is serving as a good reminder. That is a good thing.

By: modernmami

modernmami — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:10:00 +0000

Lisa, it’s tough. My heart goes out to your husband and his family as I know what a hard decision that must have been.

By: modernmami

modernmami — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:09:00 +0000

You’re right that it makes no sense. Thank you so much for your kind words and offer.

By: modernmami

modernmami — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:09:00 +0000

Thanks, Liz. It is sad, but we’re dealing the best we can.

By: lisa renata

lisa renata — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 02:19:00 +0000

Oh Melanie, how hard this must be. My husband’s uncle has a really bad case of alzeimer’s, so bad that his gentle and dainty wife (he’s over 6 feet tall. She’s only 5 feet tall) had to put him in a home because she can no longer take care of him. It is sad, to see her go through this. So I can relate somewhat. Thank you for sharing such an important part of your life. Abrazos amiga.

By: Monica

Monica — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 14:28:00 +0000

Mel, I know how deeply personal this is. It is so hard to see someone you love change so dramatically. Thank you for sharing, though, and reminding us all to appreciate our parents now. Un abrazo.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 12:06:00 +0000

What a powerful sharing Melanie. I feel the sadness, the loss and the frustration. It breaks my heart to see you and families go through this. Some things in life make absolutely no sense — this one, losing a parent to dementia, is one of them. I’m only a phone call away, whenever you need someone to talk to and listen. Big hug to you.