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[QVCTVSpree]

@SandySparkles   I am very sorry to hear of your condition and to open yourself up in the vulnerable state you are in is beyond commedable. Please look into Medical Medium on Instagram and his books on Amazon.

I firmly  believe you can delay or maybe put into remission your condition. I have one in my family that did just that! Vitamin B-12 is def a biggie and wild blueberries you can find in freezer section of stores, but please look into Medical Medium. I will be praying for you, Sandy.

[SandySparkles]

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@RedTop wrote:

@tansy 

Understanding OPs diagnosis, her acknowledgment and reply to each poster is a self help way of trying to hold onto her cognitive function skills as long as possible.  

My mother was about 7 years into her vascular dementia before her symptoms were quite noticeable at the levels OP has accurately described in this post.  This is when the Dr. put a name on it in moms medical record.  I bought children's workbooks, multiple types of puzzles, a notebook that I urged her to leave on the kitchen table so she could scribble whatever ran thru her mind, draw, make notes, write numbers in sequence, write down anything to maintain brain to hand coordination/function, period.  Did she do it?  NO, and immediately her mental decline was more noticeable.   

@SandySparkles, I urge you to keep reading, writing, and staying in touch with others as long as you can.  It is extremely important for you to keep pushing.  Write post it notes with instructions, and stick them throughout your house.  Mom forgot how to turn a light switch on and off, forgot how to use the washer, and after multiple scares with the electric stove, my brother turned it off at the breaker.  

I sincerely wish you the best with this health issue!

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@RedTop Welcome!🥰 Reading your thoughtful and caring words of support were ESPECIALLY comforting to read when first signing on this morning, and warmed my heart!😊 I know you are aware of my early on-set diagnosis, and sincerely THANK you SO very much for sharing your dear mother's relatable story!🤗

Engaging with others socially; to include chatting, is a suggested part of my cognitive therapy. I just became quite overwhelmed mentally AND physically with the sheer number of threads and trying to respond as I normally do.

I will try to continue, just at a much reduced level! Again, THANK you SO much for your understanding and support!❤️🤗

~~~All we need is LOVE💖

[CANDLEQUEEN]

@SandySparkles Sandy, Thanks for keeping us posted on your struggles. 

It's so important to be kind, as you never know what someone is dealing with. Please know I am praying for you. Will miss your Sunny disposition and positive energy on this board. Hope you  are able to return soon! Take Care of yourself!

[SandySparkles]

@monicakm Welcome!🥰 I am replying to your post on page 3. I cried softly while reading it as I, too, have some of the same debilitating memory issues, day-to-day struggles and was overcome with emotion!😢 I have had to stop engaging in some activities I LOVED❤️ previously because of many of my life changing challenges! I just try to live my life to its fullest!😊

THANKS to my Iphone, task management; although EXTREMELY challenging, is made a little easier, with helpful apps; especially those memory related!🥰

I am SO sorry for YOUR cognitive struggles, and THANK you SO much for sharing your heart tugging story!!!!❤️ I stand in solidarity with you, and sincerely HOPE that YOU can continue to mange your day to day activities as best as you can with the GRACE that you do!🤞🤗

~~~All we need is LOVE💖

[magicmoodz]

@SandySparkles 

Your post has made me very sad. 😭

At the same time I am happy that posting with your forum friends provides you with a form of cognitive exercise that can prove helpful to you because you truly are such a joy--always kind, always caring and always positive.❤️  

[kindred cats]

@SandySparkles  . . 

I, for one, had no idea you've been dealing with these issues.

I just read your post for the first time today, 11/6, and wish you all the best.

Take as much time off as you wish, and I hope with some rest and refocusing, things improve for your overall health and well-being.

Sending many blessings to you. 

[MOMMAVik]

Wishing you the best and hope you get help from your doctor. 😍💕

[Cakers3]

@SandySparkles 

The support here brings to my mind the song "Bridge Over Troubled Water". The words can be changed to We and Us because there is a bond here that outweighs everything.

We're on your side

When times get rough

And friends just can't be found

Like a bridge over troubled water

We will lay us down

Like a bridge over troubled water

We will lay us down.

Sail on Silver Girl

Sail on by

Your time has come to shine

If you need a friend 

We're sailing right behind

Like a bridge over troubled water

We will ease your mind

Like a bridge over troubled water

We will ease your mind❤️

[Sapphiregal]

I am so sorry to read about your struggles. Like several others,I had no idea that anything was wrong. You are always so upbeat and extremely kind hearted in all your posts.
Some time ago I had posted about my indecisiveness as to whether or not to have knee replacement. You told me that you have been through that and though it was painful and difficult for awhile, you gave me encouragement.
Sandy Sparkles, I pray healing for you in whatever medical conditions you are dealing with.

[SandySparkles]

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@Cakers3 wrote:

@SandySparkles 

The support here brings to my mind the song "Bridge Over Troubled Water". The words can be changed to We and Us because there is a bond here that outweighs everything.

We're on your side

When times get rough

And friends just can't be found

Like a bridge over troubled water

We will lay us down

Like a bridge over troubled water

We will lay us down.

Sail on Silver Girl

Sail on by

Your time has come to shine

If you need a friend 

We're sailing right behind

Like a bridge over troubled water

We will ease your mind

Like a bridge over troubled water

We will ease your mind❤️

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@Cakers3 Welcome!🥰 You are ALWAYS SO encouraging!❤️ I was overcome with intense emotion as I read this thread in its entirety!🥲 The outpouring of support and caring is quite humbling!  Reading these beautiful, and encouraging song lyrics, nourishes my soul in this moment!🥰 To be so immensely blessed is truly heartwarming! I only wish I could extend my heartfelt gratitude individually!❤️

THANK you SOOO much for caring to share these welcome, supportive lyrics!🤗

~~~All we need is LOVE💖