Nicely right here we’re on the finish of in all probability probably the most attention-grabbing and probably the most irritating yr for all of us! I really feel like I weathered the storm fairly nicely. The lockdown and lack of connection wasn’t nice for an extrovert like me however I made probably the most of it. The shortage of bodily contact was troublesome too. There have been good days and unhealthy days however principally I used to be okay and made myself busy and received exterior as usually as I might. I do know that subsequent yr will not be simple however hopefully the vaccine will enable us to get out and about slightly extra. And to have some social gatherings that do not have to be exterior and with our masks on! That may be an enormous deal for me – touching, hugging and hanging out – that is my want👫
This month stored me busy most days and I began on December 1st with Infusion #20 at UCSF. It went nicely and I made some cookies for the employees. That at all times makes me completely satisfied and it is positively one thing they get pleasure from! Everybody liked my sneakers and that at all times makes me smile. I’ve one other infusion on Tuesday Jan fifth that can embrace cognitive testing which actually stresses out my mind. One in all my besties – Debbie – is making toffee for them! She’s fairly darn wonderful. Oh – and for Christmas she dropped off a bunch of KETO and gluten free objects for us, and an enormous bottle of Vodka. Now that is friendship😁
I attempted to maintain busy day by day and to attach with family and friends. Some days have been higher than others however that is okay. I used to be capable of get on-line and share my journey of dwelling with ALZ and to thank a number of the ALZ Assoc volunteers for his or her help as I shared a “mission second” with them. I at all times cry once I speak in regards to the difficulties we had getting my analysis, and the disappointment we felt once we heard the official information that I did certainly have early stage, early onset ALZ. I do know although that my story and sharing it with volunteers motivates them and reminds them why they’re working so laborious throughout stroll season and all the opposite months of the yr. Thanks Ondine, Brittany and others for the invites and the chance to share my story.
I completed just a few knitting tasks this month too and was capable of give them for Christmas items! I am out of yarn now which is one thing that is by no means occurred to me earlier than, in order quickly as I am carried out with this weblog I can be logging on to get some extra😍 I really like knitting whereas I am listening to my audible books and Rusty particularly likes to assist me and attempt to play with the yarn! LOL
Talking of studying, I did re-read ‘The place The Crawdads Sing’ and it was fantastic the 2nd time round. I made a decision I did not like our e book membership choice so I made a decision to learn one in all Barack Obama’s alternatives/ suggestions. ‘The Vanishing Half’ by Brit Bennett. It was good, attention-grabbing however the story stored going forwards and backwards and I had a tough time following it. I beginning writing down who was associated to whom and that helped slightly. It is value studying and an attention-grabbing journey by the lifetime of African Individuals who’ve very mild pores and skin – to the purpose that most individuals suppose they’re white.
I simply began one other e book that my brother Bob really helpful – ‘Satan’s Enamel’ by Susan Casey. It is non fiction and many of the motion takes place in San Francisco on the Farallon Islands. I’m loving it for just a few causes: 1-I feel sharks are fascinating and they’re very sensible and savvy, and sneaky too. 2-My dad was truly stationed on the Farallon Islands. In 1939 the US Coast Guard took over the lighthouse service and the Navy ran an secret radar station from the Farallon’s in WWII. There have been solely 78 individuals dwelling there at in 1942. 3-my mother shared footage with us once I was slightly woman, exhibiting us how they transferred her (and the others) from the boat to the island. It’s not for the faint of coronary heart. Anyway – it is an important e book in the event you like sharks and wish to know extra about them!
On one other observe – sadly my shoulder is just not getting any higher so I began going to our chiropractor. She is a superb girl and we have identified her for a lot of a few years. I am going weekly now and he or she’s adjusting my shoulder and giving me some new workout routines to assist with the ache. Some day I can be ache free and have full vary of movement! However truthfully the very best half is I get to speak to her and hang around together with her whereas she’s engaged on me. It was like outdated residence week and simply that in the future of connection every week has actually helped me. I positively look ahead to our appointments. Thanks Dr. Christine Thompson🙌
My fats cat Rusty turned 8 years outdated this yr too! His birthday was Dec third. I did my greatest to place an outfit on him however he was not having any of it! I did snap a photograph of him with a tie on however I needed to take it off instantly. He positively does not like garments – LOL😀 He is the very best kitty ever and I’m so grateful for him.
Our Christmas was small and protected – just like our Thanksgiving. We had an important meal with Ryan & Kristen, and Celly too in fact. I used to be capable of spend just a few days with Kristen after Christmas and assist her ‘declutter’ her home. We additionally walked just a few instances with Celly and drove round to take a look at all of the Christmas lights. It was actually an exquisite, protected household expertise.
So I suppose that is it! Undoubtedly a busy month and a few fantastic telephone calls and FaceTime chats with my family and friends.
Wishing all of you a wonderful 2021. I recognize all of your help and friendship and prayers. I’m doing OK and when my mind is not working I simply cease and chill out and pet my kitty. Christmas items / procuring and remembering what I purchased was extraordinarily troublesome. I did the very best I might and that is all any of us can do.
God bless you and HAPPY NEW YEAR!
