January 6, 2018 - It's hard to believe that this conversation mama had with herself was over 10 years ago. It was November, 2007 and she died in December, 2007. I loved that special lady so much. Her dementia journey did not cover years (so thankful for that) though we realized she probably had it… Continue reading 01.06.18 Dora and the Explorers – STILAD – Mama’s interesting conversation published 01.09.15
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01.05.18 – Dora and the Explorers – STILAD – My brain update from 01.16.15
Friday, January 5, 2018 - I realize that I am not reblogging these Dementia blog posts in order. This one should have been published before the two about the horrible experience with my old Neurologist. He really was a good doctor the first few years. I do want to republish every one of the blog… Continue reading 01.05.18 – Dora and the Explorers – STILAD – My brain update from 01.16.15
01.02.18 Dora and the Explorers – STILAD – How Loved Ones with Dementia Benefit from Our Visits published 04.11.17
Original Blog published on 04.11.17 - Another great article from Alzheimers.net. This one is about the benefits to someone with Dementia when someone visits them. I, again, encourage you to click on the links in the article to read additional information. These links provide excellent additional information that isn't covered in this brief post. From… Continue reading 01.02.18 Dora and the Explorers – STILAD – How Loved Ones with Dementia Benefit from Our Visits published 04.11.17
12.26.17 – Dora and the Explorers – STILAD – Baby dolls for Dementia patients are therapeutic, published 02.10.17
Tuesday, December 26, 2017 - While reviewing the original blog below, I did more research into this and found an article titled: "Grandmother with dementia reacts with sheer joy as her granddaughter places a child's doll in her arms in a touching video that will move you to tears." I love having clear thinking days… Continue reading 12.26.17 – Dora and the Explorers – STILAD – Baby dolls for Dementia patients are therapeutic, published 02.10.17
12.24.17 Wacky Wonderful Christmas Eve! Happy Birthday Jesus!
https://www.facebook.com/fox11la/videos/448835081907263/ WORTHY OF OUR WORSHIP “When they saw the star, they were filled with joy! They entered the house and saw the child with his mother, Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasure chests and gave him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.” —Matthew… Continue reading 12.24.17 Wacky Wonderful Christmas Eve! Happy Birthday Jesus!
12.22.17 – 11 Undeniable Habits That No Louisianian Can Ever Unlearn
Friday, December 22, 2017 - If you grew up in Louisiana like I did, then you’ve most likely picked up a few habits that you won’t find in any other state. Here are 11 undeniable habits that no Louisianian can ever unlearn. But to be honest, would we really want to unlearn them? 1. Holding… Continue reading 12.22.17 – 11 Undeniable Habits That No Louisianian Can Ever Unlearn
12.20.17 Dora and the Explorers – Wild Wacky Wednesday
https://www.facebook.com/celia.turner.10/videos/10152105757856214 SANTA'S PRAYER My dear precious Jesus, I did not mean to take your place, I only bring toys and things and you bring love and grace. People give me lists of wishes and hope that they came true; But you hear prayers of the heart and promise your will to do. Children try to… Continue reading 12.20.17 Dora and the Explorers – Wild Wacky Wednesday
12.19.17 Dora and the Explorers – STILAD Memory People – Christmas
Tuesday, December 19, 2017 - This was posted on Facebook's group Memory People on December 4, 2017 written by Rick Phelps who has had Early Onset Alzheimer's for five years since he was 57 years old. His viewpoint as the patient makes everything he writes very special to me. My personal update is at the… Continue reading 12.19.17 Dora and the Explorers – STILAD Memory People – Christmas
12.14.17 Dora and the Explorers – STILAD – Eight things someone with Dementia wishes you would not say to them, published 02.01.17
Thursday, December 14, 2017 - I've found a wonderful Facebook group called Memory People. It is a group for those with dementia and those who are caretakers of those with dementia. I will be writing about that group next and a very important conversation thread I recently read there. It kinda goes with what is… Continue reading 12.14.17 Dora and the Explorers – STILAD – Eight things someone with Dementia wishes you would not say to them, published 02.01.17
12.15.17 Dora and the Explorers – STILAD – Memory People
Friday, December 15, 2017 - I previously shared about a wonderful Closed (you have to be a member to comment or see the discussions) Facebook group called Memory People. One of their Facebook pages is open to be read and shared. And I will be sharing! Most dementia groups are all about the caregivers. Since… Continue reading 12.15.17 Dora and the Explorers – STILAD – Memory People
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