Comment from QC Poet

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This illness takes a very caring spouse who really Loves their partner. I'm Blessed to have my wife helping me with my handicapped body - missing left hand and left leg below my knee also my right hand finger tips and my wife is my caregiver. I read the part to her that speaks to not remembering things- I call it a derogatory term CRS can't remember """" As I'm forgetful due to 2 strokes affecting my memory. God Bless the Both of You and Praying for you to find Peace and a writing time for yourself. A Moving Story

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2024

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reply by the author on 29-Jan-2024

God Bless you and your good wife through all your difficulties.

Thank you for taking the time to read my post.
Blessings
Mary

Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)

Exceptional

This is so sad. Having just lived through caring for my Daddy with Alzheimer's I can identify. Your fear and despair come through clearly, and I was prompted to pick up my pen and write 'why I do not write more'. Thank you. kay

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2024

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reply by the author on 27-Jan-2024

Thank you Kay, I appreciate your kindness. I remember how beautifully you told your dad 's story.
Thank you for the six stars.
Mary

Comment from LJbutterfly

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It is difficult being a care giver, especially when your mind wanders back to memories of how you loved one used to be. Your husband has a disability, but he is blessed that God gave him YOU. Remember the love you've shared and take care of yourself that you may continue to be a blessing.

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2024

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reply by the author on 27-Jan-2024

Thank you for your comforting words. I appreciate your words and review.
Best wishes and thank you.
Mary

Comment from barbara.wilkey

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WOW!! Thank you for sharing this with us. I know this has to be difficult. I can't even imagine. My prayers are with you and your husband. Please take care of yourself. You will be no good to him, if you don't.

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2024

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reply by the author on 29-Jan-2024

Thank you, Barbara, I appreciate your review and most of all your prayers.
Best wishes,
Mary

Comment from mermaids

Excellent

Prayers sent. You can only do what you can do, under the circumstances, Hopefully, you will be able to take of yourself in addition to your husband. I an a nurse in an Alzheimer's unit and I can understand what your are going through and I am sure many others can as well.

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2024

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reply by the author on 29-Jan-2024

Thank you for your kindness and most of all your prayers.
It is appreciated.
Mary

Comment from patcelaw

Excellent

I enjoyed your story very much and I wish you the very best with your condition. I totally understand you're not being able to review as much as you would like considering your problems. I just wish you the very best for a nice weekend and I do hope that you are feeling well.

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2024

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reply by the author on 29-Jan-2024

Thank you I appreciate your best wishes and review, Patricia.
Best wishes
Mary

Comment from BethShelby

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I'm sorry to learn you are having to go through this. None of us know what challenges may face us and I sure it would cause anyone who had this condition as well as the loved ones who must deal with it to be exhausted and fearful of what might happen next. I'll keep both of you in my prayers.

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2024

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reply by the author on 29-Jan-2024

Thank you,Beth, your kindness and prayers are deeply appreciated.
Blessings
Mary

Comment from John Ciarmello

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I'm sorry for your situation, Mary. It must have been hard to write this and express your feelings.

I don't know if it will help you, but you're already enjoying the memories of the man he once was. Keep them close to your heart when things get bad. He's in there somewhere, and good souls never die.

Best, JohnC

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2024

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reply by the author on 29-Jan-2024

John, of I could give you a six star for a review I would. You put a tear on my eye but a light in my heart.
Best wishes
Mary

Comment from Mrs. KT

Excellent

Good morning, Mary,
You have done the FanStory readership a huge service by sharing with all of us the effects of Huntington's Disease on you and your husband. I have to admit that I am not very well-versed in the disease; I only know of the effects of dementia and Parkinson's disease as those were the two that took my mother's life.
Please continue to stay strong and positive.
I thank you for sharing...I am sending you all of my positivity and healing wishes for strength and caring.

diane

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2024

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reply by the author on 29-Jan-2024

Thank you Diane, your thoughts and wishes are comforting. I will do my best. He has had what I call a pretty good weekend.
Best regards
Mary

Comment from Pam Lonsdale

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Mary, I'm so sorry to hear of your struggles with Huntington Disease; these things don't just happen to the one with the disease, it happens to everyone around them, especially the caregiver. I've known spouses whose significant other has Alzheimer's, and as the main caregiver, their life is no longer their own. These diseases are all-consuming for everyone in the household.

Don't worry about reviewing - everyone here understands. I applaud you for even trying to stay in touch with your friends here. Or perhaps it is a diversion for you.

Thank you for letting us know so that we can keep you in our prayers.

Take care - I wish the best for you.

xo
Pam

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2024

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reply by the author on 26-Jan-2024

Thank you, Pam, for your kindness. I really appreciate it on a day that has been challenging with a 4 AM "wake-up" call. Thank you for your prayers.
Mary