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Alzheimers - A disease that robs the brain of it's ability to distinguish right from wrong and every day living. What once was simple is no longer. You become irritable and no longer recognize family. This has happened to my husband. It's why I have been gone for awhile. I will return hopefully soon. For now I will look in now and then but things are up in the air.

Confusion, anger, helplessness. Where is it? What did I do with it? Did someone take it? Denial That doctor is crazy. There's nothing wrong with me. Everyone forgets things now and then. They're trying to get rid of me. Conspiring against me. They want what I have acquired. No one cares what happens to me. My only friend is the dog. The only one who still loves me. He is at their mercy too.

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Andrea Dietrich

Date: 11/1/2022 12:39:00 PM

this title really drew me in since I have known people that got this most dreadful of all diseases. I say most dreadful (in one's old age) because it often lingers and lingers past a decade, which drives the MATE insane. My poor mom had to live with my stepdad acting so loony. It's really sad for all concerned. The one with alzheimers cannot realize how annoying they are. It's not their fault, and yet people laugh at them or talk about them. Very very sad. It steals the best of what we are.

Judy Ball
Date: 11/12/2022 7:49:00 AM

Thank you so much Andrea. That's what is happening to Wil now. He thinks everyone is his enemy, especially me and my daughter. He gets mad and screams at the T.V. and even at someone no one else can see. God Bless my friend. JB

Gershon Wolf

Date: 10/30/2022 7:35:00 PM

Oh, the most unfairest form of hell. A friend of mine, only 63 has advancing Alzheimers, and his wife is still calm. I don't know how she does it. Hang in there, my friend. Faith and Strength.

Judy Ball
Date: 11/1/2022 8:54:00 AM

Thank you so much Gershon. God Bless, JB

Gordon Mcconnell

Date: 10/20/2022 8:31:00 AM

Hi Judy, I'm so sorry to hear about your husband, he assured of my prayers for you both at this difficult time. Take care, blessings always,Gordon

Judy Ball
Date: 10/20/2022 4:52:00 PM

Thank you so much Gordon. God Bless, JB

Deb M

Date: 10/19/2022 5:50:00 PM

Hi Judy….i was so sad reading this for your husband, you and the people who love him. Alzheimers is a painfully cruel and sad disease and so totally unfair. I am truly sorry you are going through such a difficult time Judy….sending positivity, love and a big cuddle your way. Debx

Judy Ball
Date: 10/19/2022 7:39:00 PM

Thank you so much Deb. God Bless, JB

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 10/17/2022 1:29:00 AM

A terrible disease, akin to Dementia. My wife suffered from it. She's at rest now.

Judy Ball
Date: 10/17/2022 8:22:00 PM

Thank you so much Victor. God Bless, JB

Jim Slaughter

Date: 10/16/2022 10:43:00 AM

A subject that is of great concern...or should be...for many of us. But for some reason, one that far too few are willing...or ready...or able...to talk about. I'm glad you did in this piece, Judy. It probably took a great deal of courage.

Judy Ball
Date: 10/16/2022 10:52:00 PM

Thank you so much Jim. I can literally see him deteriorating before my eyes. It's heartbreaking God Bless, JB

Sotto Poet

Date: 10/16/2022 7:42:00 AM

Your reflections were quite enjoyable to read, Judy. Your visuals coupled with your one-of-a-kind lexicon have shown an additional layer of knowledge about this disease. Brilliant writing that really captures the spirit of your poem. I wish you're well and this is just fiction.

Judy Ball
Date: 10/16/2022 11:02:00 PM

Thank you so much my friend. This really is happening to my husband right now. It's heartbreaking. God Bless, JB