A heartfelt reflection on Alzheimer's, dementia, and the precious moments when a loved one's awareness returns, even if only briefly.
Tag: fathers
Give me the Night.
Storytime. About Darren. About my Dad. About family. And the practicalities of death. When a burial must take place within 24 hours SOMEBODY has to make it happen. Somebody who knows what they're doing, has all the necessary equipment, somebody who can drop everything and come make the grave ready. For us, that somebody, was… Continue reading Give me the Night.
Parents who Believe in You
The Hot Man went to Samoa last night - for the Half Ironman which is next week. Along with his bike and all his special race foods, he also took with him TWO copies of my book. One for my big brother and one for my parents. (the other boxes of books are chugging their slow steady… Continue reading Parents who Believe in You