I needed to get this off my chest, it hurts

[HorseFeatherz NV]

 

[PotterWatch]

I'm sorry to hear about your Uncle and Aunt. I have been there as well with my Grandparents.

 

[goobhen]

I am so sorry that you are going through this....

What is so hard with dementia is the for the "caregiver" spouse. They see their spouse getting worse. It is a slow death physically, and it is like losing a loved one twice.......... I will keep your family in my prayers. It has happened in my immediate family, extended family and friends....
theresa

 

[Glenmar]

Sounds like that won't last long without each other. My Grandparents were the same way.

 

[chickflick]

I'm so very sorry. Dementia is such a horrible disease. It robs the person of their very soul. It breaks my heart any time I hear of someone having it. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

 

[sourland]

I've been through/seen my sisters go through this with both of my brothers in law. Be there for your uncle as much as is possible.

 

[J's Orpingtons]

Im sorry to hear that

 

[Elite Silkies]

 

[mamachicken888]

You know, I don't know if everybody feels like this or not but I do. It seems to me that when you near the end of your life, it is very comforting to know your life counted for something. You say this is your 'favorite' uncle and aunt. Why not write a living tribute to them and tell them what they meant to you? Mention old, old parties or presents they gave you or funny stories they told - or anything really, that would validate their existence.

If they are Christians, they already know God loves them. But sometimes it's good to know just what their life meant to the ones they touched here on this earth.

This won't help the situation, of course. But it just might bring a bright moment to them.

 

[CityGirlintheCountry]

My aunt is also suffering from Alzheimers. My uncle refused to believe anything was wrong for years until he just couldn't ignore it. Even now there are times that he acts like things are okay. Thankfully another aunt lives nearby and she keeps an eye on them both. It is heartbreaking watching my aunt slowly fade away.

again because you need it twice.