2018

04.27.18 Two doctor visits, a new doctor and the day Rosalyn stabbed herself!

Friday, April 27, 2018 - I have no photos of any of the things I write about today.  You know that I can't do a blog without photos so I've found a few that are included here and they have nothing to do with the blog! We went to my sister's house last week for… Continue reading 04.27.18 Two doctor visits, a new doctor and the day Rosalyn stabbed herself!

2018, Family Fun

04.23.18 Steel Magnolias, presented by Ponchatoula High School Drama Club

Roy and I, along with Misty and Madisyn went to Ponchatoula High's drama presentation of Steel Magnolias last Thursday evening. Kaylon Willoughby, one of our special young ladies at Trinity Baptist Church, played M'Lynn (Shelby's mother- Sally Field's character in the movie).  My, oh my, can that girl act!!!  All six of the actresses in… Continue reading 04.23.18 Steel Magnolias, presented by Ponchatoula High School Drama Club

2018, Inspiration for Christians, Reposted

04.16.18 A Quiet Thought, April 15th, by Rev. Bob Adams

By Robert L. Adams, posted on Facebook 04.15.18 A quiet thought for this Sunday, April 15th. The kingdom of heaven (Jesus’ rule in the hearts of His people) is like the rose growing in the corner of my lawn. It should not be alive, much less producing a beautiful flower. Transplanted three times by a… Continue reading 04.16.18 A Quiet Thought, April 15th, by Rev. Bob Adams

2018, Reposted

04.11.18 When you really want to just show up & love your people really well, By Becky Kopitzke on Ann VosKamp’s blog

This woman:Becky Kopitzke admits she hasn’t always loved her people well. Busyness, distractions, cranky attitudes, exhaustion—these and so many more obstacles can keep us from loving and blessing others selflessly. We say we love our loved ones, but do our actions show it? How do we treat difficult people, strangers, or those with different interests… Continue reading 04.11.18 When you really want to just show up & love your people really well, By Becky Kopitzke on Ann VosKamp’s blog

2018, Dementia

04.09.18 THE IMPORTANCE OF TOUCH AND KINDNESS IN DEMENTIA, by Bob DeMarco

Monday, April 9, 2018 - I have read Bob DeMarco's writing on Alzheimer's Reading Room and this one on touch and kindness was especially spot on. Another person, Peter Berry who has dementia, puts out a weekly short video of things related to what he's experiencing at that time, that he thinks will help others.  … Continue reading 04.09.18 THE IMPORTANCE OF TOUCH AND KINDNESS IN DEMENTIA, by Bob DeMarco

2018, Family Fun

04.07.18 Love it when people find our painted rocks and are happy they found them

Saturday, April 7, 2018 -  Happy 39th Birthday to our oldest son! Sunday is my sister Harriett's 39th birthday also (hee, hee, hee) Happy Birthday Harriett! For Rock painters/hiders: I've discovered that hiding rocks at a Gas Station near an interstate is the best place to give a rock a good chance of traveling to… Continue reading 04.07.18 Love it when people find our painted rocks and are happy they found them

2018, Dementia

04.02.18 Short little note today!

Thursday, April 2, 2018, I've previously written about my dislike (oh such a nice way to put it) of the new neurologist, Dr. Patricia Morgan.  The straw that broke the camels back just happened with her and I will be writing about it.  Mostly for those with dementia to know who not to see. If… Continue reading 04.02.18 Short little note today!

2018, Family Fun

04.03,04,05.18 Madisyn and Olivia’s Excellent Adventure!

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday April 3, 4 and 5, 2018 - I crawled across the floor and with my last bit of strength pulled myself up onto the sofa to reach for my computer and write this.  Ha, ha, ha!!! Yes, Roy and I are a little tired after a couple of days with Madisyn and… Continue reading 04.03,04,05.18 Madisyn and Olivia’s Excellent Adventure!

2018, Inspiration for Christians

04.01.18 Resurrection Sunday! Hallelujah! He is Risen!!! He is Risen Indeed!

To a Christian, Easter Sunday is everything.  It is the day we celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Unlike most other "holidays" it's one that Christians observe every day of the year. It is the anchoring message in the Christian faith.  All Christians, regardless of their denomination, believe that Christ rose from the dead and… Continue reading 04.01.18 Resurrection Sunday! Hallelujah! He is Risen!!! He is Risen Indeed!

2018, Dementia

03.30.18 Medicines for Dementia

Friday, March 30, 2018 - I am very happy to share that the recent increase to the highest dose, of Razadyne (generic is Galantamine) is helping reduce my dementia symptoms!  I'm now on 24 mg. a day which is taken 12 mg. in the morning and 12 mg. in the evening.  Once I got up… Continue reading 03.30.18 Medicines for Dementia