Effectively howdy to 2022! I am nonetheless not used to saying that. Each time I journal, I battle with the date. I do know we’re in January however I am unable to preserve the times straight. I suppose that is OK – I exploit my calendar to maintain notes and I am conscious of what I’ve scheduled. More often than not I exploit my telephone AND my calendar simply to be protected! I do nonetheless battle horribly with brief time period reminiscence however once I cannot keep in mind what I used to be doing I sit down and wait till the reminiscence comes again! I attempt VERY onerous to not beat myself up for all of the errors and confusion that I’ve. I do know for a proven fact that the meditation and respiration and bible plans that I learn on a regular basis assist with this. And so they defiantly assist with my temper and my spirt.
Bob and I celebrated our Anniversary and actually loved our dinner at Blackhawk Grill and a film on Dec twelfth. We watched West Facet Story! I undoubtedly suggest it, particularly in the event you like musicals. I had some fantastic lunch dates once more final month too, Carole came visiting and we had lunch at our home! That was actually a pleasant deal with. Our pals Tim & Elaine had a delayed turkey dinner and it was superior! It was so good to be with them and to satisfy a few of her household and pals.
The next week I had lunch with one in every of my highschool buddies, Jane! We had a superb meal at Bridges after which went for an extended stroll on the Iron Horse Path. The next day my bestie Linda and her hubby Doug came visiting to hang around! They had been on the town visiting their daughter and all of the grandkids. I used to be so pleased they made the time to satisfy with me too!
The identical day Karen drove down from Folsom and we had a beautiful lunch at Blackhawk Grill. I hadn’t seen her since COVID and it was good to reconnect 😊Debbie came visiting too the next day. This isn’t regular – I do not all the time have so many appointments or lunch dates however for some cause close to the vacations my calendar was full!!
The large drama of final month was slightly cat chunk from my caregiver kitty RUSTY! We had been resting in mattress and watching TV and I used to be petting him and he determined he needed to chunk me! I am undecided if he was over stimulated or what…..ANYWAY, Bob and I went to the flicks – no concept what we noticed…after the present my hand was swollen so we went straight to the Emergency Room! This was not the primary time I have been bitten by a cat. Once I was working at ARF in Walnut Creek one of many cats – his identify was Petal, bit me. It was a few years in the past however I keep in mind that the next day ARF referred to as and stated I needed to go straight to the hospital. Apparently cats mouths and cat bites may cause an infection. SO – we go to the ER and he offers me a shot, wraps up my hand and offers me a two week prescription. By this time it was much more swollen however fortunately not too painful. Just a few days later my hand was so swollen I could not bend it or use it. Fortunately the drugs kicked in and all is sweet now! I do have a pleasant puncture wound however its all higher now.
So – except for that I had an excellent month! I listened to an excellent ebook – ‘My Identify Is Anton’ by Catherine Ryan Hyde. I additionally began studying ‘Preserve Sharp’ by Sanjay Gupta! It is stuffed with information and is all in regards to the mind and Alzheimer’s. There are wonderful options relating to train, reminiscence actions and food regimen.
I used to be capable of spend the weekend with Kristen and that was actually enjoyable. Celly is such boy and we had enjoyable strolling with him and watching a variety of TV. Ryan was out of city and we had the home to ourselves!
I am nonetheless portray and for Christmas I obtained a brand new canvas from Phil & Elizabeth! It should be so fairly. A number of pink flowers and fluffy sky.
In order that’s my replace! A number of down time. I am nonetheless resting most afternoons and that is once I hearken to my books. I am nonetheless doing my yoga and walks, and a few days are higher than others. I’ve fixed complications and fixed ringing in my ears. It is annoying however it’s been occurring for some time so I attempt to not let it carry me down.
Bob’s been residence most nights and we have actually loved having extra time collectively. Yesterday we watched the Packer/ 49er recreation! Aggravating for positive. He is a Packer fan and I am a 9er fan – LOL! We do not get too dramatic about it fortunately….I am glad Jonny is doing nicely and it is good to have my husband at residence.
The spotlight this month was attending one in every of my finest pals daughters wedding ceremony in Austin, TX! Monica and I’ve been pals for nearly 30 years! Her stunning daughter Annie obtained married to the love of her life. We have been to some elegant and delightful weddings however this one was superb! We had a lot enjoyable and our pals Monika and Louis had been with us too. We danced, we drank, we took photos…it was superior. Austin is such a cute city and the lodge we stayed in was superior too! I am so pleased for Annie and Alex and I am unable to wait to go to them in New Jersey when issues settle down.
So I suppose that is my replace! I look ahead to my Alzheimer’s help teams each week and I’m grateful for all of the help, telephone calls, texts and in individual visits! Please preserve them coming 😍 Let’s hope 2022 goes to be an excellent 12 months!
Sending love, hugs and prayers to all of you. You elevate me up and preserve me going💓
