This picture was taken a few years ago, when he was more "himself". He now lives in a nursing home, and maybe wonders why he's there. Who knows, Alzheimer's has taken him away from us.
I recently came across this beautiful story of a son's love for his father with dementia. It's a wonderful story about how much we care for each other. Of course, it reminds me of my own family who look after my own Dad.
I love how he is so gentle with his Dad, and clearly loves him so much. Stories are meant to be told, and this one is a beautiful tribute to all of us who are touched by Alzheimer's and dementia.
This is an amazing story that I think everyone should read/see. Excellent, thanks for posting.
ReplyDeletemy grandpa had alzheimer's and dementia. it was awful. just awful. i could go on and on, but i won't. :[
ReplyDeletewait. i left things on a downer note, so i will try and fix that.
ReplyDeletemy grandpa (alzheimer's & dementia) and my grandma were living together in a tiny assisted living facility (or whatever you call them). EVERY SINGLE NIGHT, my grandpa tell my grandma to pack up her bags, as they were making a run for it. lol. the caretakers had bolts and locks GALORE trying to keep my grandparents from running away. sad, but kind of funny. :]
thanks for the kind words... i know alzheimer's is about as bad as it can be. but it's those funny moments that we have to find humor and laugh at anything we can. i love your grandpa's spirit!
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