Let’s be real
IF YOU COULD TELL YOUR GRANDMA ONE THING, WHAT WOULD IT BE?
Vulnerability
🤍 My Story: I am super fortunate to have both my grandmas alive. Unfortunately, both suffer from Alzheimer’s disease and have a hard time remembering much these days.
I recently went to go visit my grandma in Florida. I was surprised to find out her disease was worse than my other grandma. To the point that my uncle had to remind her what she was doing after 4 minutes of doing something.
🤍 How I Felt: THIS BROKE ME. She completely forgot me. I live in Indiana and she has lived in Florida most of my life so I usually would visit her every 1-2 years and seeing her smile at me but have zero clue who I was is just sad.
🤍 My Takeaways: This is where I thought gosh if I got the chance to tell my grandma one thing what would it be?
I think would just tell her how much of an impact she has made in my life. She is full of life, can make literally anyone laugh and is unapologetically herself. She is someone who I deeply inspire to find and be like. It’s so weird, I have 2 living grandmas but they are in a different place mentally. Though I they are still psychically here, I can’t help but feel like I have already lost them. Especially my grandma in Florida.
Are your grandparents alive? What would you tell your grandma if you had one more chance to? #family #fyp #grandma
Alzheimer's disease profoundly impacts not just those suffering from it but also their families and loved ones. It's a heartbreaking condition that robs individuals of their memories and identities, leaving family members to grapple with feelings of loss and grief. When visiting a loved one with Alzheimer's, particularly a grandparent, it's essential to cherish the time spent together, even if their mental clarity wanes. Understanding the emotional toll of this disease can guide conversations and interactions during visits. Sharing meaningful stories, photos, or reminders of past experiences can sometimes spark recognition in the patient, providing fleeting moments of connection. It's also crucial to find ways to communicate that honor their experiences and feelings. Besides personal reflections, many people facing similar situations often wonder about the words of encouragement and love they would share. Pondering over such thoughts can bring solace not only to those struggling with the impending sense of loss but to others who experience the same trials, creating a supportive community of shared experiences. Embracing vulnerabilities in discussions about family and memory loss opens up opportunities for connection and healing. Support resources, such as Alzheimer's associations and local support groups, can offer guidance and assistance for families navigating these challenging times. Ultimately, it's about fostering relationships, sharing love, and making the most of the time with our loved ones, embracing every moment even as memories fade.
I would tell her that my mama don’t listen!!! lol