October 11, 2021 I’m getting more and more confused regarding my postings…did I send this one to my editor for editing and then publishing it? Do I need to write a new post? What did I do yesterday? Did I eat breakfast? Have I walked on the treadmill? These lapses truly, truly annoy me, baffle…
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Mishap at the restaurant
October 5, 2021 Dear Readers, I realize I haven’t written in a while; I’ll blame in on a change-up in my routine, as my five college gals stayed with me for 10 days while Keith went to visit our son and daughter-in-law in Boston, who save up many of their minor repair jobs for him….
Gifts granted
Saturday, September 11, 2021 The communication networks are brimming with scenes of the fateful 9/11 destruction. I used to remember quite easily where I was and what I was doing when the attack happened. I think I was living in Florida and folding diapers while watching television. I’m sure most people can testify to the…
Reminding myself, again, to be present
September 10, 2021 Dear Readers, First, I truly want to thank each of you for continuing to read my posts. Writing, as I’ve said before, is my joy and sharing my posts is a bonus. Right now, I feel I’m at the worst stage of dementia: awareness of it. But this, of course, is only…
Continuing journey
One of the most continually frustrating factors of Alzheimer’s is that I can’t remember daily details, tasks, or plans. Like this morning—I can’t remember how to open my computer. I got so frustrated trying to figure it out, I gave up and used the laptop instead. Preparing a meal is out of the question, as well…
Thoughts and plans on an August day
August 15, 2021 The days seem to pass quickly—which is a good thing, for sure. I somehow keep busy, but couldn’t tell you what I did yesterday to pass the time. I do know that this time of year I visit our small garden and pick tomatoes and raspberries. I love doing this simple but…