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They stared at each other.
She started to cry, and he made a move towards her but didn’t even know her name.
“Thief!” She sobbed, grasping her head. “It’s gone. All gone!”
“You and your wife ought to rest,” the nurse whispered; saddened and astonished that they both had dementia.
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This is so clever, yet sad. My husband acted in a short film about dementia – I dread it ever coming between us.
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Your husband is a daredevil and an actor, too? Very sexy.
Glen Campbell wrote a song, “I’m Not Gonna Miss You” when he was diagnosed with Alzheimer. Have you heard it? I found it strangely comforting.
Thank you for reading my story!
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I remember when the news came about his diagnosis. I suppose it could be comforting, but it’s also a saying goodbye. It’s very sad.
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It is sad, and we all have to say goodbye someday. He understood what was going to happen, and I think because of that knowledge, Glen Campbell was able to prepare himself for the inevitable.
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Yes we both dabble a bit, we met on stage in an amateur drama group in Portugal. That link didn’t work but I will find it later. Sol
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What a sweet story! Thank you for sharing, Lady Sol. Was it love at first sight?
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Yes, I have seen enough of dementia to recognize it in your story and Glen Campbell’s song. Hope I can be as clear-eyed and creative as Campbell if I get a similar diagnosis.
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I know you have, dear Mel! I think no one has a magnificently clever brain like yours. xo
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How moving, how disturbing, scary and deeply sad…like losing a living person.
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Perfectly stated. Love and embrace life until you can’t anymore.
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I’m sure all of us create in whatever medium we choose partly in the hopes that should we one day be unable to remember our lives, others will remember them for us. A very sad and movingly human story.
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We all must say our farewells one day. Live like that day is near. Thank you for your well pondered thoughts.
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How sad, to no longer know the one you spent your life with. I’m still praying for a cure.
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Live and love — that’s all we can do. Thank you for reading and commenting!
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Always a pleasure 🙂 Please pass the Doritos lol
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Haha! 🌮 Do you know that Taco Bell has Doritos taco shells?
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Yes, I know, have never tried them though lol
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I tried it last year. It was good but salty, of course.
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Of course, it’s how they get you to drink more!!
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Ah! Those tricky bastards.
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yeah, really… geez lol
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Sadness are the parts of life without answers
When we loose certain parts of life there gone
These are the untold mysteries and secrets of the quiet storm
The Sheldon Perspective
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Lovely words, my sweet friend! Yes, a quiet storm, indeed.
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Awww….what a moving post!
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Thank you for stopping by and commenting!
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You are most welcome! You write beautifully! I defo need to participate in open mic 🎤 soon!
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Thanks! Yes, please consider participating — just follow Crow’s link. It’s fun!! 😀
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So sad when there is such a cognitive decline that they don’t remember their loved ones anymore. Moving words! Indeed love and compassion will comfort and ease the pain.
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Beautifully spoken, Iris. I appreciate your kind words.
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You’re most welcome. 🙂
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An excellent piece of writing Rose.
And so sad.
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Thank you very much, Alan.
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Wonderful! I really enjoyed reading it 🙂
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I’m happy you enjoyed my story! Thanks so much! 🙂
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My pleasure 😊
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Well done, Rose–and so so sad.
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Thank you Merril.
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You are welcome!
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Thief indeed 😦 It took away their memories!
Loved your recitation, Rose, especially the way you cried “THIEF”. You are extremely talented, my friend… ❤
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Aw, thanks darling Mani! I’d love to hear your voice someday — perhaps you’ll consider recording it for us? 🙂 ❤
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Never thought of that. But it sounds pretty exciting… will try. ❤
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Well told
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Thanks!
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Many thanks Penney!
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Oh, that’s so sad. I wasn’t sure what was going on until right at the end, so the story has a very moving impact.
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I’m glad to hear my story had its intended message relayed to you, dear BunK. May your mind always be clear and full of merriment. xo
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Thank you for a great blog!
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A brilliant piece, such a jarring reality. Excellent work!
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Your mesmerizing poem inspired my story. All my best thoughts to you and your mom. Thank you!
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Your animated voices added depth to your spoken word. Do you think you’ll use those kind of voices more often?
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Thank you! Lol. It was loads of fun even though it was scary for me to step outside of my comfort zone. I’ve always wanted to cackle like a witch, so maybe someday…
You should try different voices if you’re not comfortable using your real one. Just start recording yourself imitating someone. You’ll laugh so hard, and it helps loosen those restraints. 🙂
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But…but…but…I like my restraints! Okay. Fine. I’ll give it a try. Someday. \”/.
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Bondage, huh? The truth comes out…
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I can’t laugh!…or I’ll choke on my red ball gag.
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Lmao! I hope it’s at least flavored. Bland balls are boring.
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…Well…at least it’s not a blue ball! Haha
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😀 😀
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It is a very well done story, Rose. Illusion of life is better than complete darkness. These two might get into a happier scenario tomorrow. It was just a bad day. There is always hope.
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Thank you my darling friend! I’m sorry for the late response; your lovely comment was in my spam folder. Yes, hope is a powerful thing that must never be relinquished. xo
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Oh no bother, I am always happy to chat with you, earlier or later 🙂 xx
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Ohh..this is brilliant..i honestly didin’t see it coming the way you ended it ..
So unfortunate to no longer remember anything or anyone.
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Sorry Mich! I missed this comment — WP sometimes doesn’t inform me when I get a new comment. Thank you for your kind words.
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No worries…😊😊😊
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Two flew over the Cuckoo’s nest…
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Haha! Blunt and naughty, you are.
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It is sad but I must admit, I’m impressed. ^_^
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Thanks Sin! Are you all moved in? xo
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You are quite welcome! ^_^
Yes, we are all moved in! 😀
We LOVE the new place! The neighborhood is much safer, things are really nice and quiet here! I’ve never been so happy with a place in my life! We’re hoping to turn this into our actual home.
Anyways, have an amazing day! ^_^
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So happy for your family! Have an amazing day, too. 🙂 🏡
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Great piece of writing
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Thank you!
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Absolutely loved it! Great job done.
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