Today at Kobacker House …
This was taken in the wee hours at Eason House the night before going to Kobacker… Honestly, not much to say. Mom has more or less been sleeping for 40 hours straight. She woke up a few times while...
View ArticleChristmas came after all…
I arrived at home tonight to find that my two very best friends had been here this afternoon with their elf uniforms on. They completely decorated my house for Christmas, tree and all. Even brought in...
View ArticleReflection…
Ran some errands today, picked up a few things for Mom’s Celebration of Life. Jess also talked me into making some pizzelles. We had two irons going, so it didn’t take long and I’m glad she suggested...
View ArticleTaking a little break…
Currently sick with the crud that seems to be going around… will be back soon.
View ArticleCentral Ohio: Save the Date
This year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s will be held on September 14, 2013, at Huntington Park. New season and new venue! Mark your calendars and plan to come out and support the Alzheimer’s Association...
View ArticleA Beautiful Story of Friendship, Through Thick and Thin….
Today, I stumbled upon an absolutely beautiful, heartwarming piece about true friendship. Thank you to Paula Span for telling the story of Sunny and her dear lifelong friends. Most of us can only hope...
View ArticleGiveaway!
Right now, your odds are pretty darn good… click on over to this post and leave a comment there for a chance to win a copy of The Four Agreements, by Don Miguel Ruiz!!
View ArticleGrief Recovery Institute
This evening, I attended the first week of a 7-week series offered by the Grief Recovery Institute. As the day drew near, I became more and more apprehensive. Was I ready? Did I need it? Would I feel...
View ArticleNAPA Update
It’s been a year since the National Plan to Address ALZ went into effect, and the Department of Health and Human Services recently released their 2013 update. To learn more about the progress that’s...
View ArticleConstruction Zone
You may notice some changes in the coming weeks, as I’m working on a new design for The Long and Winding Road. Also learning WordPress as I go so it may be a slow process with plenty of trial and...
View ArticleRemembering…
It’s nearly impossible to believe a year has passed since Mom began her sharp and unexpectedly rapid decline at the hand of Alzheimer’s. It was about this time in 2012 that I realized scheduling a big...
View ArticleYou Will Never Be the Same Again
Reblogged from Going Gentle Into That Good Night: Caring for a loved one with dementias and Alzheimer's Disease changes us. This, I believe, is one of the most unrecognized aspects of going through...
View ArticleBusinesses To Go Dementia Friendly In Watertown, Wisconsin
Reblogged from Alzheimer's Speaks Blog: Businesses Go Dementia Friendly in Watertown, Wisconsin to Serve Rapidly Growing Segment of Consumer Market Watertown, WI - What would you do if you were...
View ArticleIntroducing Sing Along With John – and a DVD Giveaway!
Originally posted on The Long and Winding Road...:UPDATE: I’ve decided to extend the giveaway a bit longer. Submit an entry now through April…
View ArticleViral Video Brings Smiles Galore!
Thank you to Somerby Senior Living of Peachtree City, GA, for sharing this gem! The video has had over 26 …Continue reading →
View ArticleContest for Family Caregivers: Win Free Meals for a Month
I’m happy to share this press release received from Seniorlink, Inc. Details on the contest can be found below. …Continue reading →
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