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@fiesty76 I do understand as mine is getting bad at times. I can't remember names and whatsome one tells me just a minute ago but I put apps on a new cell phone yesterday and called to have it activated , I guess our minds are just programmed to do things we like to do our school days of programs still work . That's what they say short term memory goes first but long term memory last I saw it in the nursing homes with alzheimers and dementia patients as other nurses can attess to We would have carperters hammer the rails or housekeepers clean there rooms or hallways. But as long as we can still keep ourselves busy ,, walking and hobbies we can be happy That's what my Mother was happy all the time in her little world. I had my husband and her in the same nursing home I worked in at one time , she use to keep the nurses in stitches and every night come with us all on our break. Those where fond memories . Im sorry didn't mean to go on like this . Guess it's just the times we are in . Be well today
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@lioness, Oh, don't mention cell phones! Kudoes to You for putting on new apps for yours!!! Mine is activated..an achievement in itself! lol but I am soo frustrated with my 1st android supposedly "stupid friendly cell" that I'm ready to bash it against a wall. Can't keep the screen lighted long enough to read the apps icons page. Will be calling a provided phone number today. There is a utube site with mini-lessons, easy enough to follow but doesn't address my issue. A friend suggested that the "settings" need an adjustment...or I Do!! very big grin (vbg)
My dad and I were always thick as thieves. After retirement, when he went missing for 3 days and nights, it was one of the most dreadful, fearful experiences of my life. He was found by a ranching foreman 250+ miles away. Parked at a cattle tank, trying to fish, using a coat hanger from the car trunk. Luckily, he was found. He had suffered a massive stroke. At first he was aware enough to know that something was terribly wrong. That was a heart bursting but thankfully brief time for us. He was a role model for cheerfulness and kindness to others and also had a keen sense of humor. With subsequent strokes, his sense of humor intensified to the point that he had everyone who cared for him in the nursing home and us in tear streaming laughter. Staff remembered my mom for her constant care of him and when I hired one staff to later care for my mom at home, she continued to share some of my dad's hilarious comments.
Thank you for your nursing care of others in nursing homes. Nurses are among the best of all professionals; you are the first and most constant on the scene in your care of patients depending on someone for help.
I am glad you have smiling memories of that time for your family and also that you provided me a chance to "walk back" my recall of the laughter that can also accompany times of serious concerns for the welfare of our seriously ill loved ones.
Perhaps we'll be "forgiven" for going a bit off topic on this walking forum for our reminiscing. However, smiles can make a big difference in attitude as we continue to cope during this time as we support one another going forward. Stay safe and well.