T & P's Mom,

My SIL's husband is in the early stages of Alzheimers. It's a very debilitating disease that robs a person of their mind and memories (as you well know).

What I do with Cliff is let him talk about his past. Even if he repeats it a hundred times. He also has a tendency to come out with conversation that would be deemed inappropriate. I just laugh and tell him how funny he is.

Tell Terry to hug his Dad and lead him in conversations about the past, good memories.

I wish you well in this holiday season. Cherish the memories you have of your family. Life is too short to wonder if you will end up like they are.

Hugs and prayers,

Donna