Mary's Place

About Me

Location: Piedmont, Oklahoma, United States

I live in Piedmont, OK, with my Husband of 50 years who has been very supportive. We have 2 sons,David and Kenny, 6 grandkids, and 6 great grandkids. I enjoy feeding and watching the birds and squirrels. Before I was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, I ran a Licensed Day Care Home for Infants for 15 years. I noticed I wasn't able to remember important things and having problems with my speech. I was experiencing severe headaches. I would get lost. I didn't know how to use the computer. At the age of 55, I told my doctor. I was sent for an MRI. which showed a large amount of shrinkage. I went to a neurologist who sent me for two days of testing. I was diagnosed with dementia of the Alzheimer's type. My husband and I were both in shock. I had to give up my job. I went to see a social worker. I've taken Aricept for 11 years. I can now use the computer and even do this web page. I also host a chat room for dementia patients. This is a very lonely disease. I don't want anyone to feel as lonely as I did when I was diagnosed (I thought I was the only one over 50 that had Alzheimer's). In 2006 I started taking Namenda. Also I was told I have a mixed dementia, Alzheimer's/Vascular.

Monday, January 02, 2006

I watched the Rose Bowl parade this morning and really enjoyed it. Especially seeing some rain since it has been forever since I have seen rain here… I have started going through our clothes closet and getting stuff ready to give to the Salvation Army… Dave is still watering the lawn everyday… Aunt Flo called, she has been watching the news and was worried about us… The winds were not near as bad today. But still no rain in the forecast and the winds are to pick up again in the next few days. More fire danger. Oklahoma is burning up… A beautiful sunset tonight… Goodnight All… Keeping The Faith In Oklahoma

Mary's Place

About Me

Monday, January 02, 2006

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