I changed my avatar
Probably for the last time. It is the dementia ribbon magnet.
I'm handing out homework. In the next week or so, try to see the film "Still Alice". The trailer is below. I finally got up the nerve to see it today. Alice has a rare for of Alzheimer's. Not the same as my FTD. I watched it alone and it hit hard. Kindred spirits on some things.
Several DUers noticed I was struggling late last week through the weekend with a fever, meds, and FTD combined. It wasn't pretty, but this time I didn't get a lock.
When you have 20 minutes watch this:
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Love the Avatar. Can I get one
My mom has dementia and I live with her
I love her and I'm glad I'm getting this time with her.
Then upload. It worked for me.
check it out Omaha Steve - in 15 years on DU I have never used an avatar
now I have one in honor of Omaha Steve
For you and your wife. You know you are appreciated.
and am still trying to bring myself to a point where I can watch the film. Maybe a selfish fear of perhaps having to face the same thing myself some day. 
Love and good wishes to you and Marta.
One proud union member to another. 
I love Julianne Moore. I will definitely see it soon. I am sorry for everything you are going through.
I've seen the movie. Killed me. My mom has severe, fast moving dementia. She taught English at the local college. The similarities with Alice were frightening. I wholeheartedly believe my father had FTD, now that I'm aware of it.
:hugs: I hope you are feeling a little better today
It gives me pause. I think we all lose sight of the fact that there are real people behind these words.
Will take on my homework assignment. Had seen the title 'Still Alice' but didn't know what it was about.
A few years ago I came across some work by Bex Finch. At the time it really hit me. Hard. I think it was because I saw a little of myself in her father. Not sure if you would want to look at her work, but if you do......
http://www.fractionmagazine.com/bex-finch
http://www.bexfinch.com/dad/
I'm so glad that there are people here that are looking after you.
Yes, you are a very lucky guy. I've always said that the true measure of "wealth" is what you get from giving. It isn't about money or things. You are also a very wealthy man. 
You always make me aware.
