@dianajane - it must be heartbreaking not to be able to understand his words. My husband struggles with words, but he usually gets them out in one form or another. Can your husband write his thoughts? Curious whether you and your husband have been through the HABIT program at Mayo ? It's specifically for people with Mild Cognitive Impairment and their partners. It was a godsend to us. My heart is going out to both of you.