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I feel like start running and not look back!

Caregivers: Dementia | Last Active: Oct 26 2:12pm | Replies (123)
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@wmehan

Believe me it is not all that happy. When I have to clean the bathroom floor 2 x today, get him to take a shower, cook dinner and he takes 2 bites and decides he’s going to bed. I can continue with this list. When I snap and start talking in a non caring voice I latter get upset with myself I feel like I am dealing with a 3 yr old who doesn’t know how to dress himself. I didn’t intend to say things are just rosy, it helps me to curb my anger at him. I know he can’t help it and I realize it ok for me to let off steam.

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billiekip | @billiekip | Sep 18 4:08pm

I don't think I've been this tired since I was a nursing mother. It is the same physical and emotional drain that is exhausting which results in a snappy voice. My husband flat out refused to leave a local bench to come home the other night and I was furious. I can be a caretaker when he cooperates. I don't require affection or appreciation, just "do it." Yes, it is like dealing with a young child all over again with no hope of them growing out of the stage. Thank you for reminding me that "he can't help it." I do forget that.
He isn't in pain or having to have chemo, so I should be grateful. It could be way worse.

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