Tuesday Treasures ~ A New Chapter in Life’s Journey

Hoping that Alan Alda, recently diagnosed with Parkinson's will shine a brighter light on this disease and work toward more effective management and cure !

Dorie,

What a life altering decision that was for your sister.  And I love her upbeat take on it.  Thank you for sharing your inspirational beacon in your life with us. A.

Dorie Dillard  Not an easy decision but a smart one .

You have to hope for a cure to this disease that seems to be all too prevalent.

Dorie that was not an easy decision to make for either your sister, and her children.  I pray it was the right decision.

Good afternoon Dorie Dillard - this really hit home.  My mother suffered from Pakinson's.  My father took care of her at home to the end.  It is challenging and not everyone could do it.  His reponse to us was no one can take care of her as well as I can.

Hello Dorie - what a smart and well-conceived plan. Good luck and great living to Susie.

Oh Dorie,  Those are tough times and difficult decisions to make. She made a good decision.  No doubt she is well taken care of ... and that is the goal. 

That was a very difficult decision to make and I admire her courage in doing so. Her FB post is so positive and uplifting it speaks volumes. She obviously made the right choice.

HI Dorie Dillard - What a heart felt story. Your sister has a lot of courage and the families support no doubt, has made the transition easier. God bless all of you.

My brother in law is fighting this same battle on a daily basis. I keep praying for him and everyone battling this horrible disease Dorie. I will add your sister to this blessing...

Hi Dorie

So sorry to hear but it sounds like while very difficult this was the right decision for your sister. I've known several people with Parkinson's, including a past client of mine and one of my wife's uncles.

Jeff

Hi Dorie! Oh, how I wish there was a 'love' button, instead of just a 'like' button. This is such a life-changing disease and like you, it runs in my family. Every time my hand shakes, I admit there is a fleeting moment of fear that passes over me.

I know you're so proud of your sister - she seems so very strong and what an amazing attitude. My heart sank a little when she shared that she had to move into a facility without her husband - I cannot imagine. But, I do know that this is best for her...and for your brother-in-law, Dorie. 

Stay strong and keep the strong faith. 

Dorie- I was holding my breath as I read your post. Strength and spirit must run in your family.  Our very good friend had Parkinson's and he never lost his faith or his sense of humor. Like Debe Maxwell, CRS , my heart sagged a bit when I read that she made the tough decision to move to the facility without her husband. There was a couple like that at my mother-in-law's facility and the husband was there to share every meal with her. It is a testament to the love that they have for each other that they're willing to do what is necessary for both of them.  

God bless your sister!  My mom is really fighting the idea of assisted living, but her Alzheimer's has reached a point where the in-home help she gets isn't enough.  I may just print up this post and share it with mom.  Might make a different to know someone else out there is dealing with tough times and similar decisions.

No matter how we try to understand who other people deal with their challenged, we just can't.... i'm wishing you and your family  blessings and strength.