tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post5550801759407832716..comments2023-12-11T12:54:31.808-06:00Comments on My Writing Life: Taking care of a loved one with dementiaJulia Honeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08497316179340178624noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-75207673309233493492013-08-08T15:57:15.326-05:002013-08-08T15:57:15.326-05:00Oh, that's really a heartwarming story. It'...Oh, that's really a heartwarming story. It's the most crucial part of our existence – being able to survive the test of time. I'm so glad that your grandma's able to stand through this chapter of her life, and that you're helping her cope with that. It's also good to know that you're there to fill her days with so much tenderness. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.maplewoodsaukprairie.com/orthopedic-rehabilitation/" rel="nofollow">MapleWoodsAUKPrairie.com</a> Maplewood of Sauk Prairiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12209887744421851088noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-35152183693573486622013-07-26T08:07:30.589-05:002013-07-26T08:07:30.589-05:00I admire your patience and dedication in taking ca...I admire your patience and dedication in taking care of your grandmother, Julia. Having dementia would be a big problem for your grandmother if nobody was there to aid her. Just as what you wrote, she experiences delusions that causes fear and anxiety, so the last thing she needs is being alone. I am truly happy to read what you have done. Keep up the good work! :) <br /><br />Taneka Carl @ <a href="http://www.healathomecare.com/elder-care-companion-los-angeles/" rel="nofollow">Heal at Home Care</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14711173242071552912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-65464289533503074522013-05-14T17:36:12.650-05:002013-05-14T17:36:12.650-05:00Theodore, thank you so much for your kind words. I...Theodore, thank you so much for your kind words. It makes me happy to know that people find my blog post inspiring. Warm regards, <br />JuliaJulia Honeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08497316179340178624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-75717312853498347912013-05-14T10:48:55.784-05:002013-05-14T10:48:55.784-05:00That's so sweet, Julia! I'm sure your gran...That's so sweet, Julia! I'm sure your grandmother was very happy that you are beside her during those days. I honestly think you are an inspiration! I hope that others will find time to take care of their loved ones especially the elderly. The way you dealt with her delusions is amazing, by the way. Many caretakers tend to shrug these things and focus on their to-do list, which is truly unfortunate.Theodore Wonghttp://live-incomfort.co.uk/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-31320879917488350842013-04-16T18:24:13.730-05:002013-04-16T18:24:13.730-05:00Miss Anthropy, thank you for your kind comment. We...Miss Anthropy, thank you for your kind comment. Welcome to my blog!Julia Honeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08497316179340178624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-68505910995994974072013-04-16T18:14:25.356-05:002013-04-16T18:14:25.356-05:00Wow, this is a powerful post. It's a hard job...Wow, this is a powerful post. It's a hard job being a caregiver, but not without reward. Your Grandma is lucky to have such a wise, thoughtful grand daughter.Mis Anthropyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00351457256292258703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-10049671113663144002013-04-16T17:57:03.093-05:002013-04-16T17:57:03.093-05:00Kudos to Jilda. It's hard when they make mean ...Kudos to Jilda. It's hard when they make mean comments and they are completely detached from reality. Let me clarify something. There is no reason to admire me, Rick: this is one of my vocations. (The other one is writing). Thanks for your kind comment. Cheers.Julia Honeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08497316179340178624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-80470745982965437822013-04-15T21:48:23.879-05:002013-04-15T21:48:23.879-05:00Jilda's mom had dementia, and there were days ...Jilda's mom had dementia, and there were days it was brutal. Her mother, who was a kind and loving woman, turned mean at times. Jilda often came home crying, but she helped care for her mom until the end.<br />I admire you.<br />RRick Watsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01005727239466916086noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-3224682697567664992013-04-15T10:41:12.794-05:002013-04-15T10:41:12.794-05:00Thank you for your loving words, Gary. Your profou...Thank you for your loving words, Gary. Your profound comments are always appreciated. Take care, have a wonderful week. Julia Honeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08497316179340178624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-48655569642817071252013-04-15T10:40:03.464-05:002013-04-15T10:40:03.464-05:00Thanks, Old Kitty.Thanks, Old Kitty.Julia Honeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08497316179340178624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-38939388505729703632013-04-15T10:39:50.608-05:002013-04-15T10:39:50.608-05:00Thanks, Jean. It's hard to leave her, though. ...Thanks, Jean. It's hard to leave her, though. I miss her.Julia Honeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08497316179340178624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-47626390821417661972013-04-14T18:42:07.609-05:002013-04-14T18:42:07.609-05:00Dear Julia,
I visited your posting at an earlier ...Dear Julia,<br /><br />I visited your posting at an earlier time. Wanted to reflect upon your thoughtful and caring articulation.<br /><br />Your approach to your grandmother's condition is heartening. You showed her unconditional love and with the mixture of laughter, you brightened the life of your beloved grandmother. Much respect and admiration to you. I hope others with a similar experience will pay heed to your kind, caring attitude.<br /><br />In kindness and goodwill,<br /><br />Garyklahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-40238601364793387022013-04-14T07:54:45.466-05:002013-04-14T07:54:45.466-05:00Glad you are there for your wonderful grandmother!...Glad you are there for your wonderful grandmother! Take care<br />xOld Kittyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13185547869183611159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-18261917730882609812013-04-13T13:19:56.029-05:002013-04-13T13:19:56.029-05:00Well done Julia. You had just two weeks and were a...Well done Julia. You had just two weeks and were able to make a difference. That's wonderful.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02811710431280544637noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-18107027954916182642013-04-12T06:27:30.689-05:002013-04-12T06:27:30.689-05:00Thanks, KarenThanks, KarenJulia Honeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08497316179340178624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-9129251502761788972013-04-10T22:18:37.599-05:002013-04-10T22:18:37.599-05:00That would be so difficult. I can't even imagi...That would be so difficult. I can't even imagine.Karen Jones Gowenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01153821980625034810noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-82396004202359618382013-04-10T10:37:06.956-05:002013-04-10T10:37:06.956-05:00Thanks for the feedback, Richard. We are always le...Thanks for the feedback, Richard. We are always learning...Julia Honeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08497316179340178624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-50183961632026907392013-04-10T10:35:52.974-05:002013-04-10T10:35:52.974-05:00It is wonderful, even though we feel sad or frustr...It is wonderful, even though we feel sad or frustrated at times. Thank you, Hilary.Julia Honeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08497316179340178624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-27491286763494669992013-04-10T10:34:19.332-05:002013-04-10T10:34:19.332-05:00I agree with you, Nellie. Thanks for commenting.I agree with you, Nellie. Thanks for commenting.Julia Honeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08497316179340178624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-14180373982228700172013-04-10T10:33:36.493-05:002013-04-10T10:33:36.493-05:00I think people are missing out on an invaluable ex...I think people are missing out on an invaluable experience. Thanks, Misha!Julia Honeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08497316179340178624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-57003102936319409982013-04-10T10:32:51.515-05:002013-04-10T10:32:51.515-05:00Thank you for your kind words, Keith. You are swee...Thank you for your kind words, Keith. You are sweet.Julia Honeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08497316179340178624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-57453027686161874342013-04-10T10:03:35.676-05:002013-04-10T10:03:35.676-05:00How interesting. I think you've taught me a lo...How interesting. I think you've taught me a lot with this post. Hopefully, I'll never have to deal with it, but at least I'll know where to start if I do.writing and living by Richard P Hugheshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03814139767151989286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-45139931287953043152013-04-10T10:00:22.522-05:002013-04-10T10:00:22.522-05:00Hi Julia .. I think you handled the whole situatio...Hi Julia .. I think you handled the whole situation wonderfully - well done is all I can say .. just letting them get on with life, as best they can, allaying their fears and joining them with laughter and big smiles ..<br /><br />So wonderful for you to share those times ... exhausting, but lovely ... <br /><br />A great post - cheers HilaryHilary Melton-Butcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17596532480645510678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-58959885527225642952013-04-10T09:37:51.392-05:002013-04-10T09:37:51.392-05:00I like the way you worked with your grandmother. I...I like the way you worked with your grandmother. I think it is preferable to the practice of correcting those with dementia or telling them that they are wrong. Reassurance is always calming and comforting.Nelliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00731594872663348711noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390949438490935682.post-18298414179283483582013-04-10T08:15:28.065-05:002013-04-10T08:15:28.065-05:00I've never experienced something like this, bu...I've never experienced something like this, but I think you're wonderful for caring for your grandmother. <br /><br />So many elderly people are just deserted in care homes. Misha Gerrickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06364173848456424521noreply@blogger.com