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Self-Preservation Tips?

Caregivers: Dementia | Last Active: Feb 28 11:53am | Replies (44)

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You are obviously doing one thing very well in taking care of yourself - your photography!
Your winter scenes are really lovely. I will try to use the one with the water in the background for inspiration for a watercolor painting. If it turns out presentable, I’ll share it!
I have some of the same feelings that torment me that you do. I’m going to physically pay for not getting enough rest - but I am doing the best I can.
I did make the decision to have caregivers come in a few hours a week prior to my husband’s decline, and I’m glad I did - I think it would be harder now to get him to agree to have other people around. When they aren’t here, it’s is absolutely soul and bone marrow draining, It is relentless. I think sometimes I am so tired I can’t even sleep.
Whew, breathe deep, and please understand you are part of a sorority that none of us wanted to join but we can support one another. Peace, Cheryl

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@nmrcdigman Dear Cheryl,
Thank you for such an uplifting, encouraging and positive comment. I do find solace in writing short stories and taking pics when I can. I would love to see your watercolor version! Thank you for your kindness. I’m sending you much love and support right back. This community is a gem 💎 💕