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terrilynne,
We have a lot in common. I think it is difficult for people to understand just how tiring this can be having someone constantly touching, hugging and telling me he loves me. We were at my husband's neurologist office yesterday and I told him about how touchy feely my husband is, and the neurologist said that he believes that it gives him comfort in a world that has changed so much for him. Sometimes I stop and think about how lucky I am that he is not being mean to me. Some caregivers on this sight are dealing with situations that are so bad that I almost feel guilty even talking about this.
What I am beginning to realize is that the husband I have had for over 50 years is leaving me little by little and I can't expect him to be the person he was before his brain damage (Alzheimer's). I am trying very hard to take this one day at a time and not think about what is going to happen next.
I am so sorry that you have had to deal with this for such a long time. I can't imagine.
Katrina
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Hi Katrina... yes, it does appear that our husbands are exhibiting similar behaviors. My hubby also asks about having sex constantly. It becomes so wearing. This am was difficult. He gets upset. Fortunately, there is not outward anger... just moody, brooding and complaining. I feel like I am drowning a good bit of the time now. It is simply exhausting. You can relate. Nice to have someone else to let me know that I am not the only one. Off to try to get a shower while he is sitting down and looking outside. We'll see if I get any privacy...