He's Still In There
In defiance of dementia18 total reviews
Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)
This is an extremely well-written story of great sadness. I can relate to it as my dad is still in the early stage of dementia, or was until last week when he came home from ten days in hospital, where he was taken in in the middle of night one, kept in E&A for 24 hrs and transferred to a second hospital in the middle of night two, and was without his hearing aids all through the ten days...
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2021
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This is an extremely well-written story of great sadness. I can relate to it as my dad is still in the early stage of dementia, or was until last week when he came home from ten days in hospital, where he was taken in in the middle of night one, kept in E&A for 24 hrs and transferred to a second hospital in the middle of night two, and was without his hearing aids all through the ten days...
Comment Written 25-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2021
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Thank you--what a lovely ssssssurprise! I'm so pleased you found the piece worthy. Thanks for stopping by. Cheers. LIZ
I appreciate your eloquent remarks Katherine. My sympathies.
Comment from kmoss
I like your title a lot "He's Still in There." This is a difficult situation which many people face. They can so childlike. My mother worked as a nurse mostly in the Alzheimer's unit of a nursing home. Proof that my mother was a much better woman that I will ever be. She loved and cared for those patients even when they were difficult.
It's always important to remember the good times and not focus on the bad.
reply by the author on 24-Jan-2021
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I like your title a lot "He's Still in There." This is a difficult situation which many people face. They can so childlike. My mother worked as a nurse mostly in the Alzheimer's unit of a nursing home. Proof that my mother was a much better woman that I will ever be. She loved and cared for those patients even when they were difficult.
It's always important to remember the good times and not focus on the bad.
Comment Written 23-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 24-Jan-2021
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So true!
Comment from Sharon Nolen
This story is a testament to what so many families go through. If others could read it, that could help others to understand that they are not alone.
The story was an easy read with a very nice flow. It made me interested in continuing my reading. You were very descriptive about what life became over time in your dad's condition. It sounded true, yet it was compassionate.
As usual, I enjoy picking up new words. I learned one from you: "confabulated".
I particularly liked the way you interjected the statement: "He's still in there" throughout the story. You even demonstrated this to be true when you mentioned his reaction to the poem "Trees". Regardless of his condition, he remembered how he felt about that poem.
I enjoyed this story. Keep up the great work.
reply by the author on 22-Jan-2021
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This story is a testament to what so many families go through. If others could read it, that could help others to understand that they are not alone.
The story was an easy read with a very nice flow. It made me interested in continuing my reading. You were very descriptive about what life became over time in your dad's condition. It sounded true, yet it was compassionate.
As usual, I enjoy picking up new words. I learned one from you: "confabulated".
I particularly liked the way you interjected the statement: "He's still in there" throughout the story. You even demonstrated this to be true when you mentioned his reaction to the poem "Trees". Regardless of his condition, he remembered how he felt about that poem.
I enjoyed this story. Keep up the great work.
Comment Written 22-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 22-Jan-2021
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Thanks for stopping by Susan. I appreciate your eloquent remarks. Cheers. LIZ
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My name is Sharon. You have a great story. Thank you for sharing.
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Sorry Sharon!
I pobably called Susan Sharon--I forget whose box I'm typing in!
Comment from beizanten
a sad and intriguing stanza. An angsty second stanza, alzheimer is a part of life but it is frightening and sad part. I love how you write the reaction of everyone to the sad truth and the dad own denial. A sad yet with a hint of bittersweetness
reply by the author on 22-Jan-2021
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a sad and intriguing stanza. An angsty second stanza, alzheimer is a part of life but it is frightening and sad part. I love how you write the reaction of everyone to the sad truth and the dad own denial. A sad yet with a hint of bittersweetness
Comment Written 22-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 22-Jan-2021
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Thank you--what a lovely ssssssurprise! I'm so pleased you found the piece worthy. Thanks for stopping by. Cheers. LIZ
Comment from michele will
this is the 1st 6 I have rewarded a writer. Liked your " But he's still in there."
My mother has dementia - it's a tough and heart breaking thing to deal with -
thank you for sharing the facts about surgery and Aricept. My mom did get worse after her surgery for a broken ankle.
reply by the author on 11-Sep-2020
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this is the 1st 6 I have rewarded a writer. Liked your " But he's still in there."
My mother has dementia - it's a tough and heart breaking thing to deal with -
thank you for sharing the facts about surgery and Aricept. My mom did get worse after her surgery for a broken ankle.
Comment Written 10-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 11-Sep-2020
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I am honored, Michelle! Sorry you can relate so well. Thanks for stopping by. Cheers. LIZ
Comment from robyn corum
Elizabeth,
Oh, my. What a magnificent tribute and memorial to a very important man in your life.
This should have been read at his eulogy-- it would have been perfect.
The writing was pretty much flawless--though I considered whether there might be only a wee bit of extra repetition at the beginning? I only point it out so you can take a look--certainly, you do not have to agree. I totally get repetition-for-effect.
There is really nothing negative to say here. You have honored your dad in the most loving, creative, magical, and PRECIOUS way possible. I know he would be sooo proud.
Thank you!
reply by the author on 12-Sep-2020
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Elizabeth,
Oh, my. What a magnificent tribute and memorial to a very important man in your life.
This should have been read at his eulogy-- it would have been perfect.
The writing was pretty much flawless--though I considered whether there might be only a wee bit of extra repetition at the beginning? I only point it out so you can take a look--certainly, you do not have to agree. I totally get repetition-for-effect.
There is really nothing negative to say here. You have honored your dad in the most loving, creative, magical, and PRECIOUS way possible. I know he would be sooo proud.
Thank you!
Comment Written 08-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 12-Sep-2020
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Thank you for the lovely ssssssurprise! Wish I'd thought of it for a eulogy. Cheers. LIZ
Comment from Gert sherwood
Hello Elizabeth Emerald
Your true story about your father is excellent. I liked how you went in detail of he was cared for. I smiled when I read that he was doing so well in the nursing home.
Well done. Wish I had a six.
Gert
reply by the author on 12-Aug-2020
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Hello Elizabeth Emerald
Your true story about your father is excellent. I liked how you went in detail of he was cared for. I smiled when I read that he was doing so well in the nursing home.
Well done. Wish I had a six.
Gert
Comment Written 08-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 12-Aug-2020
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Thanks for stopping by Gert. I appreciate your sensitivity. RE the six, it's the thought that countssssss! Cheers. LIZ
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You are welcome
Elizabeth Emerald
Gert
Comment from estory
Your narrative captures that stress families feel in dealing with the frustrating deterioration of Alzheimer's patients. The loss of the relationship with them is one of the worst things. What you describe here about remembering things from long ago versus forgetting the immediate is so typical of this disease. My mother could remember things from the 1940's but she couldn't remember how to eat. They say playing music from the age they grew up helps calm their shattered nerves. estory
reply by the author on 12-Aug-2020
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Your narrative captures that stress families feel in dealing with the frustrating deterioration of Alzheimer's patients. The loss of the relationship with them is one of the worst things. What you describe here about remembering things from long ago versus forgetting the immediate is so typical of this disease. My mother could remember things from the 1940's but she couldn't remember how to eat. They say playing music from the age they grew up helps calm their shattered nerves. estory
Comment Written 08-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 12-Aug-2020
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Thanks for stopping by. I appreciate your thoughtful remarks. Glad you can relate. Cheers. LIZ
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
You did a great job, Liz, with your account of the effects of this terrible disease on your dad. The many details added much to understanding the situation at hand. I like the repeated, or almost repeated, 'Dad's still here.' I know of the effects of this on caregivers, too. Thanks for sharing.
Respectfully, Jan
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reply by the author on 08-Aug-2020
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You did a great job, Liz, with your account of the effects of this terrible disease on your dad. The many details added much to understanding the situation at hand. I like the repeated, or almost repeated, 'Dad's still here.' I know of the effects of this on caregivers, too. Thanks for sharing.
Respectfully, Jan
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Comment Written 07-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 08-Aug-2020
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Thanks Jan! Glad you think the piece has merit. You allude to being a caregiver yourself (?) Thanks for stopping by. Cheers. LIZ
Comment from lyenochka
I realized I wasn't getting notices of your latest posts so went to your profile and found this gem! I am so sorry to hear about your father. Your parents are only married 47 years? Mine had their 65th.
I love the refrain of "He's still in there." Comforting. It was my refrain during my youngest's teen years, I would remember the goofy, happy kid would still in there in the middle of all that angry angst.
reply by the author on 08-Aug-2020
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I realized I wasn't getting notices of your latest posts so went to your profile and found this gem! I am so sorry to hear about your father. Your parents are only married 47 years? Mine had their 65th.
I love the refrain of "He's still in there." Comforting. It was my refrain during my youngest's teen years, I would remember the goofy, happy kid would still in there in the middle of all that angry angst.
Comment Written 07-Aug-2020
reply by the author on 08-Aug-2020
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Thanks for visiting my portfolio! As I informed by fans, my re-promotions don't generate system notifications and I decided not to burden them with daily messages. I hope others will be as diligent as you in seeking out my work! Cheers. LIZ (Per the note; my dad is dead 17 years.)
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Oh, Sorry to hear. Seems like you have a peace about it.
Personally, I didn't mind your notifications but it's extra work for you. I'll just try to remember if I don't see a post from you to look for one! 💗
