Mary's Place

A web page about the life of a lady who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's.

About Me

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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.

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Happy Birthday Bill!!! Bill is our nephew in Ohio… Dave had an appointment with Dr. Mosca, his kidney doctor this morning. He scheduled him for a CT Scan. I pray everything is okay… I spent time outside giving the dogs a ride on my scooter and getting my Vitamin D… Dave said he saw a Hummingbird at our feeder this morning. I have been watching for him but have not seen any yet… I chatted with friends in the DASNI chat room, did a load of laundry, and fixed supper… Dave mowed our neighbor’s acreage… Tonight I visited with neighbors, Billye and Cindy… Kenny and Kathy came and Kathy gave me more lessons on using the iPhone. I am getting so smart. LOL… My favorite, Katie left on American Idol tonight… Goodnight All… Keeping The Faith In Oklahoma

posted by Mary Lockhart | 7:23 PM

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