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My heart breaks for you Sir but it sounds like you are a man that kept his promise, “in sickness and in health, till death do part us” and you bring great honor to your wife.
I can only imagine the difficulty of watching your spouse deteriorate mentally as the ravages of Alzheimer’s takes over. I know what Alzheimer’s looks like up close and personal and it’s impossible for 1 person to take care of a “wanderer”. My wonderful mother in law tried and thought she could....until she couldn’t. We moved dad into a beautiful facility last summer and it was the RIGHT decision so I can relate to the difficulties you faced and you have my respect for doing it for as long as you did.
You and your wife are an inspiration for us younger guys coming up in your footsteps. Your love and dedication is a testimony to the way you felt about her and through that you honor her.
I’m truly sorry for your loss and will pray for the Lord’s comfort during this time. All my best to you Sir!
�Politicians are the lowest form of life on earth. Liberal Democrats are the lowest form of politician.� �General George S. Patton, Jr.
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My heart breaks for you Sir but it sounds like you are a man that kept his promise, “in sickness and in health, till death do part us” and you bring great honor to your wife.
I can only imagine the difficulty of watching your spouse deteriorate mentally as the ravages of Alzheimer’s takes over. I know what Alzheimer’s looks like up close and personal and it’s impossible for 1 person to take care of a “wanderer”. My wonderful mother in law tried and thought she could....until she couldn’t. We moved dad into a beautiful facility last summer and it was the RIGHT decision so I can relate to the difficulties you faced and you have my respect for doing it for as long as you did.
You and your wife are an inspiration for us younger guys coming up in your footsteps. Your love and dedication is a testimony to the way you felt about her and through that you honor her.
I’m truly sorry for your loss and will pray for the Lord’s comfort during this time. All my best to you Sir! This, in spades! ^^^^
and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God? (Micah 6:8) d.v. Musings on TDS
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Sorry to hear about your Wife.
Prayers sent.
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My prayer is that I live long enough to assist my wife through the similar trials which we expect her to face. I say that same prayer. Since it runs on her side of the family I too pray that I live long enough to get the privilege to care for her....even if she doesn’t remember me. I’ll be by her side until the very end. That’s why Leanwolf’s love and dedication is so inspirational to me.
�Politicians are the lowest form of life on earth. Liberal Democrats are the lowest form of politician.� �General George S. Patton, Jr.
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More than I have had to deal with, sympathy, and May Our Lord we with you. Yep unbelievably sorry to hear of your loss sir; may the peace of the Holy Spirit abide with you!
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Leanwolf, your ode to your love deeply moved me. Please accept my most sincere condolences for your tragic loss, along with my highest respect.
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If you put Taco Bell sauce in your ramen noodles it tastes just like poverty
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Very sorry for your loss.
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I'm truly sorry for your loss Pard. Alzheimer's is an unforgiving SOB.
Son of a liberal: " What did you do in the War On Terror, Daddy?"
Liberal father: " I fought the Americans, along with all the other liberals."
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LW, you certainly have my prayers as I know how hard this was for you to share. If you need anything, anything at all don’t hesitate to contact me.
Doesn’t mater what time, just pick up the phone.
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GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS
ESPECIALLY THE SNIPERS!
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My condolences prayers sent
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LW my sincerest condolences. This really leaves a lump in my throat.
I buried my father in Aug with the exact same condition. Mom would ask me to stay over and sleep on the couch when she hadn't any sleep for a number of his "wandering" nights. 3 in the morning, all the lights on and he's eating cake mix, or dry oatmeal, or detergent. I had to take the firing pin out of his Sig for obvious reasons. Mom had to call the deputy more than once. I disconnected the garage door opener, hid his keys, his knives. It wasn't him. He didn't know what he was doing. When he died, it was like he died twice. The first was when he lost his faculties. Mom stayed with him the whole time. 62 years.
You're an honorable man, LW. You were there for her; all the way.
Godspeed.
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I am so sorry to read this news. May God be with you and may His light be on her now and forever.
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I am very sorry to hear of this. My Grandma went through a similar situation. Being robbed of a loved one, while they are very much alive, is a killer. Alzheimer’s is a disease that is much worse than than even it’s dreadful reputation. Prayers for you, Leanwolf.
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Grief is the last act of love we have
to give to those we loved.
Where there is deep grief,
there was great love.
By JB/Blowing Kisses to Heaven
Cherish the memories sir. Your love for her will always be there in your heart, no matter where you are in life.
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”person, who happens to have an above-average level of intelligence”
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Oh man, I’m very sorry to hear that, what a tough loss.
Hopefully you have family nearby to help you adjust. Do your best, it’s going to be rough.
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No words so sorry , For all of you.
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So very sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved wife, Leanwolf.
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I am very sorry for your loss.
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Leanwolf: I am so sorry to hear of your wifes passing and of your loss.
I hurt for you.
Stay strong.
And thanks for sharing.
May she rest in peace.
Hold into the wind
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