However, I can't let this day go by without thinking and remembering that one year ago today, my sweetie began his new journey at a Memory Care facility. It was the most difficult decision I have ever made in my entire life, but probably one of the best decisions I have ever made. He is happy, the care is excellent and my life has, albeit quite different, settled into a new way of living without him. And despite it being a tough decision, it was the right decision.
"You cannot be lonely if you like the person you are alone with." ~ Wayne Dyer
Until next time....
I'm so glad that you feel you made the right decision.
ReplyDeleteI love Wayne Dyer and his quote. I have been alone for 23 years and I am never lonely.
Such a beautiful photo and quote, Deanna! I can only image how difficult your decision was and I admire you so much for it!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad I reminded you of August Break by the way! :-)
You are such a wonderful woman, artistic, caring and with the soul of a sage. No wonder your photographs speak volumes! Thank you for sharing your world.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure in some ways it seems longer than a year since you followed through on what had to be the most painful decision of your life. And yet, you have indeed found your stride even as he has found his.
ReplyDeleteStill pondering the August Break ...
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It's good that you can feel good about your decision, as hard as it must have been. And I'm so glad it is working out so well for the both of you. Your positive attitude goes a long way and is so inspiring.
ReplyDeleteWelcome to the August Break, Deanna! It's fun because there's no real rules -- we can do it anyway we want! I can really relate to your difficult decision, as I had to make a similar one for my Dad, who had Alzheimer's. I bless the people who worked in the facility and took such good care of Dad.
ReplyDeleteIt has been a pleasure to come here and see into your world, Deanna. I so appreciate how you honor your sweet husband here, too, but sharing his image, by telling how he is doing and how well he is cared for.
ReplyDeleteYour light shines brightly, whether you know it or not.
Thank you for blessing us with your images, your story, your wisdom.
God Bless you for the grace with which you travel the very difficult journey that you are on. You are amazing.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad that you are--started to say happy, but that's not exactly the right word--secure in the rightness of the difficult caregiving decisions you've had to make. I'm primary caregiver for an elderly sister, but that is nothing compared to being in that role for a spouse. Take care of yourself and seek out ways to find joy in your new normal.
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful photo and quote, Deanna!
ReplyDeleteI can imagine how difficult your decision was, I'm glad you feel it was the right one. :)
Happy August!
I'm sure your heart was heavy but sometimes the best descision isn't always the easiest. I'm glad two lives are at peace
ReplyDeleteI can't imagine how hard the decision must have been. I think about you and your sweetie quite a bit, actually. Your blog is one of my favourites - you are such a talented writer and photographer.
ReplyDeleteSo glad that you had the strength to make that very difficult decision! Will look forward to your "August break" Blessings
ReplyDeletei am happy for you, that you are at peace with that very difficult decision!!
ReplyDeleteI have totally forgotten about the August Break :(
ReplyDeleteCan't believe how quickly this year is going.
Sending you blessings and love. I have quite fallen in love with your blog over this summer. The pictures are gorgeous, but there's also a sense of hope and peace here...of sheer delight in what's around you. We have watched dementia claim our father, and while we're not glad to see him in the nursing home, we rest in the knowledge that he's safe and being looked after. It's a tough tough journey, isn't it?
ReplyDeleteYou are in my thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteThere is nothing better than to be able to be at peace with a decision. In your own ways, both different, the both of you have blossomed where planted. You have much strength Deanna!! xo
ReplyDeleteThat has to be such a tough decision to make. But it sounds like as tough as it was, it was the right decision.. My prayers go out to you my friend.. Enjoy August Break...
ReplyDeleteHugs~