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I’m a Warrior!

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This has been an uphill journey, and we face each day with the spirit of a warrior! This is Mom secured in her “stand assist unit” ... I just bought a second one (used) for our summer lake house!

She maintains a beautiful spirit and smiles through the challenges. Her voice is quietly disappearing, and she is now sleeping 2-3 hours a day in the afternoon ... but, we press forward!

I remind her every day that we have air in our lungs and surrounded by wonderful family and friends ... we are blessed, and encouraged as we find the joy in every single day. I do believe that mental health is so very important, and that is my mission with Momma ...

Blessings to all ... one day a time.

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SewBears

Please send some of your spirit my way! This is exactly what I need right now. Yeah for your mom!!!

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bazooka111 in reply toSewBears

It’s hard to understand why ... some days can be incredibly overwhelming. This past week alone I have had a couple of breakdowns; missing her voice, our conversation, her honest advice... Heartbreaking. I count it an honor to care for her ... all the way! ❤️

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You are a Warrior Woman (even on days when spirits run low & worries come calling). Falls & injuries happen & you deal with them & create lovely outfits for your puppy. I think everyone on this site is a true Warrior. Sending hugs... Granni B

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SewBears

I’ve experienced a few overwhelming days in a row and your posts always give me hope. And... we keep on keeping on...

❤️

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journeyofjoy in reply toSewBears

SewBears, sorry to hear you're having some overwhelming days. What's going on?

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SewBears in reply tojourneyofjoy

Hubby took a nose dive into the laundry hamper, tweaked his neck and the “good” side if his body. We’ve had a bit of a setback. Started Gabapentin for pain. Now we have abba-dabba (name for levadopa) and gabba. Abba-dabba-gabba!

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journeyofjoy in reply toSewBears

Oh I'm sorry. Those falls are terrible. Sandy had so many when he was still walking. It was almost a relief when he couldn't walk anymore. I hope he heals up soon.

Love your sense of humor. You've got to keep it. It's the only way to keep on keepin' on.

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Dadshelper in reply toSewBears

MIL is on Gabapentin, if the dosage you are using doesn't seem to be working call his doctor and discuss an increased dose. A person can go quite high on the dosage according to MIL's doctor.

What a lovely photo and a beautiful smile.

Sending you both big hugs

Sue x

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AJK2001

Love the picture. With your fantastic support I an sure your Mum will continue to do well.

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Sebuly14

I love the picture and the joy! I totally agree about the mental health aspect. We try to keep a positive attitude and concentrate on the good in life. I too have my moments, but I try to keep them away from my husband.

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daddyt

Such an inspiration.

Tim x

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georgeg25

This journey can be a real rollercoaster. Up one minute and down the next. Keep on keeping on and keep the smiles coming. Love it. ❤️❤️❤️

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Dadshelper

She looks better than Rocky did when he ran up the steps in Philly!! This is a movie reference :)

Ron

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bazooka111 in reply toDadshelper

Agree, and that’s what we were going for! Can you hear the music playing ? 🎵 🎶

👍🏻😄

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Railfan

It looks like she and you are both champions.

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