Today the carers have continued to have problems getting George out of bed however the managed it. He is drinking well but not eating much.
Sometimes I think it is like the seven dwarfs and I never know which one it will be. Today it was Sleepy.
When I arrived George was asleep in an armchair in his room. He was curled over and sound asleep. It took some time to wake him up. Throughout the time I was there he would wake for a short while and then go straight back to sleep. I always chatter about the family and friends. I asked him who I was. He knew I am his wife but I don't think he knew my name. As I chat about people I ask him who they are. Most of the time he is back asleep. Today I was chatting to him about Mark. I asked who Mark is. 'He's my eldest son' said George. Although fleeting a very lucid moment.
I think it is so important to try to keep these memories alive through video, photos and stories.
"I think it is so important to try to keep these memories alive through video, photos and stories."
ReplyDeleteYes. And I am eternally grateful that something inside me (or outside me) prompted me to document these last 10 years. So grateful for the visual, auditory and written pieces from which I am now able to help others and weave a rich tapestry of the journey. X
I started because I wanted her to tell me stories of her earlier years. The blog I started so any interested family members could see what was happening. I now find it interesting to look back at our journeys. It does help me to support others here
DeleteI agree completely Di we have to keep those fleeting moments alive. Some time ago I visited my brother and he said my name: my sister in law and I sat there waiting for more but it never came. Can I come back to you later on how to move video clips from my phone to my PC _I've lost you earlier advice. By the way which dwarf are you? I often tell Maureen to shout for Big Ears if she needs me!
ReplyDeleteThere are times I reckon I am Droopy...
DeletePaul you can ask me anything, whether you will get an answer is another thing (just joking).