IMG 1173 | Art by Karlene

Happy times can be had even with Alzheimer’s

Even though John’s condition is deteriorating he perked up when he got this visit from his son, Nick and his girlfriend, Chris. On days like today it’s difficult for me to realize this visit happened just a few months ago. Nick is not able to visit very frequently so it’s important for me to stay…

John, Nick & Chris in June 2019
John, Nick & Chris in June 2019

Even though John’s condition is deteriorating he perked up when he got this visit from his son, Nick and his girlfriend, Chris.

On days like today it’s difficult for me to realize this visit happened just a few months ago. Nick is not able to visit very frequently so it’s important for me to stay in touch. It’s difficult for both he and I to remember to make the calls or texts.

2019 John Ellsworth | Art by Karlene

On days like today it’s difficult for me to realize this visit happened just a few months ago. Nick is not able to visit very frequently so it’s important for me to stay in touch. It’s difficult for both he and I to remember to make the calls or texts.

At breakfast today I snapped this of my John. His eyes are not as clear blue as they were and I miss seeing him as lively. But he is still able to be with me every morning. I hold his hand and spend time, precious time with him.