In the community spotlight, is a brilliant story about a nurse with Dementia. She lives
in a state that does not give her that legal option to end her life on her terms.
I am blessed to live in Washington State. We ARE allowed to die within 6 months when
doctors set my execution date. I know two vets who have used the law and I plan to as well.
I'm blessed to have a friend from Microsoft designing a web site for me, She will do all the technical stuff. I just need to write and she will edit if needed. I was touched when
she said "I will keep your mind active!"
I apologize for venting but the story in the spotlight triggered a reaction from me.
I really am trying to laugh but I'm forgetting stuff you wouldn't believe. I feel tired
all the time and now my legs are no help when I fall.
I'm trying to pay my bills but sometimes I'm not sure what they even are. I drive very
little. I now see how folks plow into buildings. I know what brakes are, but sometimes
I forget I'm supposed to use them.
I urge all of you to try and keep exercising as much as you can if Dementia sneaks into
your brain, I always ran two hours a day. Now after a run, I can barely walk. I find it
hard to get out of a chair or swallow.
I would say to this poor nurse to fight as hard as you can. I will crawl 2 hours if I must.
Bob Dylan was right when he sang,"It aint dark yet but it's getting there."
Every second you have enjoy it. Don't worry about big things. Every second you know
who you are and what you're doing is a blessing.
Till next time.