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Comment on Alzheimer’s and Marriage by Jan Wynkoop

Jan Wynkoop — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 01:47:11 +0000

Sandy- I have thought about you over and over. I think about offering help but I thought things were under control so I didn’t want to seem to pry into your life. Tonight I found out that things are not as settled as I had thought. I will pray for you every day and am willing to do whatever I can to help you and Curt. I just tonight found out about your blog. Jan Wynkoop

Comment on Life goes on…… by Lori

Lori — Sun, 02 Jun 2013 12:59:02 +0000

Here, in Georgia, school is out in May – and I completely understand the anticipation of THE END! No more IEPs to write or meetings to attend, no more lessons to teach or tests to grade…I hope this summer will be a time for you and your family to rest and build up strength for the continuing challenges – praying for you!

Comment on Life goes on…… by Susanne

Susanne — Sun, 02 Jun 2013 06:25:18 +0000

So many things we don’t really realize about alzheimer’s unless we actually live through it with someone. I had no idea about the spatial concepts. Continuing to pray for your family!

Congrats to Madie on getting her license and Tyler on his graduation. And if it makes you feel better I am totally scrapbooking illiterate.

Comment on Life goes on…… by Dawn

Dawn — Sun, 02 Jun 2013 01:38:38 +0000

Sandy,
I pray Philippians 4:13 for you, often. That on days, weeks, months….that are so challenging…you will rely on Christ’s strength and that you will find peace there. Although I have never walked the journey that you are on….I can only imagine how difficult it is to lose your husband a little bit at a time. If I lived closer I would give you a big hug, a nice cup of coffee, AND do all your laundry for you and match all your socks:)

Comment on Life goes on…… by Mocha with Linda

Mocha with Linda — Sun, 02 Jun 2013 00:58:36 +0000

Oh, the heartbreaking spatial losses and general lack of comprehension of how to manage basic, fundamental tasks and understand things. I’m so thankful you have friends to walk alongside you and who “get it” – the need for tangible tasks that need doing and who are there for the long haul. Praying that Curt will not be completely overwhelmed by graduation and that he will have a clearer day that day and be able to enjoy what is happening.

Hugs to you, my friend. As always, wish we could spend some time together.

Comment on Life goes on…… by Don Graf

Don Graf — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 23:07:06 +0000

So what is in store for the Summer? Will you really get to have a vacation, or will you tied up “kid” activities?

Comment on Life goes on…… by Barbara H.

Barbara H. — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 21:08:25 +0000

Congratulations to your kids for their accomplishments! I’m so glad you’re having some normal moments in the midst of the non-normal. I hadn’t realized spatial concepts would be hard for a person with Alzheimer’s, either. Hope you’re able to have a restful summer.

Comment on Life goes on…… by Carol Campbell

Carol Campbell — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 19:48:28 +0000

You have such a contrast with the sad times vs. the happy times. In between is the time for you to put it together and then that is when it gets emotional for you. I can’t imagine how hard this is at this time of your life. You have a beginning for the kids and an end for your husband. It has to take it’s toil on your emotions. I feel for you Sandy, that is all I can do for you being so far away. You are in my prayers every single day. Love, Aunt Carol

Comment on Life goes on…… by Faith

Faith — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 19:44:58 +0000

I never realized that spatial concepts would be difficult for Alzheimers’ people. Oh Sandy….you really are an inspiration to so many of us. Thanks for the update, congrats to Madi for getting her permit!! Congrats to Tyler on graduation and whoo hoo to you for finishing the year…..( I have to go until june 20!). Enjoy your WEEKEND!

Comment on Life goes on…… by Mary

Mary — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 19:05:46 +0000

It is heartbreaking each time they lose another ability. It always makes me realize how much we take for granted in life – who ever thinks to be grateful for the simple ability to understand what a weekend is? Keeping your family in my prayers. Enjoy each moment with those children!