In need of Peace....😢

[JubileeRanch]

I find myself in such anxiety this morning....it has been a hard week, seems like my husband has dramatically taken a turn for the worse, so incredibly confused.

[Kevin_1]

Hello JubileeRanch

Could it be that you are very stressed and tired?

Can you get a break? Even a short one. Some rest whilst someone else takes over for a few hours? Caring is heavy on the heart and the body. Fatigue is ever present. Please look after yourself as best you can.

It is the grim nature for there to be deterioration with this awful illness and each downturn brings with it another loss and another wrench at the heart.

Feeling for you.

Warmly

Kevin

[Dadshelper]

I agree with Kevin_1, try to get someone to come in even for a few hours and get a break. Caregivers need "me time", the constant 24/7 grind will wear down even the best.

Ron

[AliBee1]

So sorry to hear this. Might he have an infection of some sort as that always sends Nigel into a state of real confusion? Hard weeks are always difficult to handle and you feel as if you will loose your sanity especially if you are tired. Are there any things that you can use to unwind such as music or a daft/easy watching programme which will lift your mood? I hope so. In the meantime lots of hugs and something to make you giggle I hope:

It appeals to my warped sense of humour. Hugs AliBee x

Poster seen in a Church: If you want to speak to God please turn off your mobile phone as he cannot use them. If you want to see God use your mobile phone whilst you are driving'.

[JubileeRanch in reply to AliBee1]

😂😂😂😂 I needed that, wonderful!!!!

I love y’all on this sight, it makes me not feel so alone...

[Hidden]

It can be overwhelming at times. This is fairly new for you. Your husbands downturn has occurred quickly. That would be good cause for anxiety and concern.

[Hidden]

Good Morning Jubilee,

Is it still possible for him to attend the program where he used to go? Or for one your sons or one of his friends to visit so you can have coffee chat time with your sister or a trusted friend.

Sending hugs of encouragement... Granni B

[JubileeRanch]

Yes I have been leaving him here at the house when I have an appointment with the therapist, I do it on days the housekeeper is here also our ranch manager can check in on him. I am going to my Uncles funeral today, it’s about a 45 min. Drive but I will have him with the Ranch Manager so I think that is fine....he did not want to go because he said it would bother him....

[Beads0122]

Jubilee,

The feelings you express in your post, were just like mine a little more than a year ago. That is why I joined this forum. There is something healing to be able to express feelings during difficult times as a caregiver and to receive comfort from others who are going through or had gone through similar times. There is nothing we can say to change those feelings, but you are not alone and those feelings are very normal.

We all find different ways to cope. In previous posts, it sounds like you are a believer. While I questioned God for putting us through that cruel disease ordeal, I did find comfort in ‭‭2 Corinthians‬ ‭12:9‬:

Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me.

Prayers of comfort, strenght, and wisdom coming from me,

Bobby

[JubileeRanch]

Yes, my faith sustains me.....

I know that “He” will leave the 99 to go after the 1.....perhaps if my husband had been married to someone else he would possibly pass away without finding his way back to the Lord....I believe all of heaven is watching my response....however I keep saying “Lord, how can I possibly be THIS strong to make it through this fierce storm”.

My answer came in the form of a sermon...a ship in a storm, like Paul was in, had to be properly anchored in order to survive....I am keeping my anchor firm in the Word....some on this sight may disagree, and that is okay too, we all travel many paths to peace.

“My resume of Faith” is a long story, a life time, I feel fortunate to have the knowledge to know where My anchor is placed, I press on in these attacks from the pit of hell, we are here on planet earth and it is NOT a playground it’s a battleground. Everyday it takes all my strength to suit up and get down to what needs to be done....