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  1. 05-13-2011, 07:37 AM #1
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    Back on line!

    Well, we got a "Wireless N adapter" for my computer finally so I can at least check the news without borrowing a laptop! Neat little device, no stringing wires, no fear of a phone line surge frying the 'puter from lightening and it's pretty fast...hard to judge line speed with this particular computer! Our local pastor fixed some issues with my newer, much faster computer, but it won't load the wireless program for some reason, something about the MS wireless program being on or off or something. I was too tired to play with it last night.

    Papa has had two good days in a row! Took him out to get welding O2, gas and some additional garden seeds yesterday. That gave Nana a 4 hour break, which was about the first break from him she's had in a very long time. Art (Papa) enjoyed getting out and seeing the Amish working with horses and other farmer fitting their fields, just like in his youth. I do have to get Nana to stop feeding the guy coffee at 7PM and then wondering why he's awake till midnight!

    Once again, my sincerest thanks for the kindness and prayers. You guys are the best.
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  2. 05-13-2011, 08:02 AM #2
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    Glad to see ya' back, Bret. Do give "Papa" a 'Good mornin', Sir!' for me and give "Nana" a hug and tell her I sent that.
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  3. 05-13-2011, 08:10 AM #3
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    Woohoo! I was missing your posts already!
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  4. 05-13-2011, 09:58 AM #4
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    Bret,
    Those "good days" are small blessings and may you and the family have many of them. Dementia/Alzheimer's is hardest on the caregivers, so make sure everyone can have some time to themselves. It's not easy.

    I wish you all the best.
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  5. 05-13-2011, 01:30 PM #5
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    Do what you can to let him get out, I am of the opinion that stimulation is good for
    the mind. My father is starting to slip quite a bit, but still can carry on a pretty cogent
    conversation and enjoys visiting. The basic decisions don't get made well any more,
    though. It just is what it is and we have to deal with it.

    I hope your FIL does well and maybe getting into a different environment with different
    stimulations will help him do better.

    As to the wireless - we got DSL a while back and it included a wireless router. Really nice
    to come home from work, take the laptop into the back yard (shady side in the evening)
    in summer and check the news while the cat explores the yard. No wires for my news,
    CastBoolits and whatever. I think you'll like the freedom from fiddling with cables.

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  6. 05-13-2011, 01:50 PM #6
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    Hang in there, Bret.
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  7. 05-13-2011, 02:38 PM #7
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    Welcome back. Good to hear that he (you and other caregivers as well) had four good days in a row. Hopefully that will be a normal occurance. Yep do like the wireless router.
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  8. 05-13-2011, 05:57 PM #8
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    Welcome back. The best to you and your family.
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  9. 05-13-2011, 08:06 PM #9
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    Good you're back in the fold Bret.

    Keep the faith buddy.


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  10. 05-14-2011, 11:31 AM #10
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    Lost my dad the same way after 60+ years of marriage to my mom. Sad to say he never recognized his only grandson. Hang in there and collect all of the memories you can. We will be here when ever you need us. This IS a family remember.
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  11. 05-14-2011, 09:58 PM #11
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    Cool

    Bret, nice to have your cynical, contrary, opinionated & cranky butt back.
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  12. 05-15-2011, 08:40 PM #12
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    Plus 1 on what 6.5 mike said. ( I really do mean that in the nicest possible way!!! )

    Welcome back and take care.

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  13. 05-16-2011, 01:48 PM #13
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    Good to have ya back
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  14. 05-16-2011, 03:08 PM #14
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    God bless you and your family! Prayers sent, Scott

    Boy oh boy was that few days of peace and quiet niice though! Hardy har har
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