Last summer, everything in our lives was changing so fast that I was sure I would have something new and exciting to write about each and everyday. A blog was born with a promise of a new entry every day for one year.
Well, life does happen, and illnesses do stabilize. I have been sick, and Dennis is stable. I have not needed to write as often, to release my angst, and Dennis' life is a bit easier, in some ways.
The falls for Dennis are, for the most part, an event of the past. He has learned how to walk with aides, people, walkers or chairs, and avoid dangerous situations. It's part acceptance of the reality of his disease and party fear of what the next fall could mean.
His blood pressure has stabilized, also causing fewer falls. This is because he takes fewer medications and he is more aware of when he should and shouldn't move. Sometimes a guy just shouldn't stand up.
The catheter has taken care of the need for daily bedding change. My days have stopped centering around a bed stripping, washing and redoing.
The Courage Center has been wonderful for Dennis. He is able to work out on disability friendly weight machines and his muscles are becoming stronger once again. He enjoys the time there, and feels able once again.
A year can bring about so much change, good and bad. For the most part the last few months have been great. We both needed this - a bit of stability and time for acceptance.
Until later,
Ann and Dennis
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