Tonight's picture was taken in April of 2003. Mattie was one year old and FULLY ON! He kept me on my toes and together we learned and navigated the world together. I absolutely LOVED Mattie's smile and energy. We were very similar in personality and with Mattie's death, a piece of me died as well.
Quote of the day: Like a bird singing in the rain, let grateful memories survive in time of sorrow. ~ Robert Louis Stevenson
I would say that both of my parents require a great deal of napping and sleep. If my dad had his way, he would sleep the day away. Of course I won't let that happen because it isn't good for his mind or body. I really think the key to managing the nightmare of Alzheimer's is constant stimulation. Which is why I enrolled him in a memory care day program in 2022. I just couldn't manage his needs on my own. After breakfast today, both of my parents napped. While they were sleeping I did laundry, worked on the Foundation newsletter, and vacuumed out my car.
Every Sunday I take my parents out to brunch. When I returned, I headed right back outside. I planted eight basil plants, took out a hand saw and removed most of a dead pine shrub, and then planted irises that were given to me as a gift. I spent about two hours outside. Being outside is the only time I really can get away from the constant demand inside my home. Therefore it has become my therapy. I find picking up sticks, pulling weeds, and doing gardening work are about the only things right now keeping me sane.
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