@SusanEllen66 Life is never predictable! I'm sorry you're facing the diagnosis of dementia.

Faith in God, thankfulness for his love and care, meditating on the Word, and having peace are proven to have positive effects on many prognoses. I don't want to think where I would be without those things.

I encourage you to continue practicing your faith. The old saying is still true - Prayer Changes Things.

Having hope isn't denial. It isn't helpful to pretend that nothing is wrong. I see in your message that you already understand that. Trusting in God for the outcome increases our peace of mind in this life. Anticipating an eternity with a new body is worth celebrating!

A song from a children's musical about King Jehoshaphat came to mind. A prophet told him, "Don't be afraid. The battle is not yours, but it's God's." And another phrase from the Bible has been helpful to me during times of uncertainty and anxiety - Fear not, for I am with you.

Blessings to you.

Jim