Sunday, October 23, 2022

Pretty Zinnia and Keeping in Touch


 My zinnia flower finally bloomed from seed in the garden!  

I called one of my uncles recently.  His wife is my departed mom's sister.  He is her caretaker since she was diagnosed in 2011.  My aunt had fallen and hit her head weeks ago and she has deteriorated since then.  She is lucky to have him as a caretaker he is very devoted.  He has coped admirably with the changes brought on by the disease over the years.  Their children and grandchildren being nearby have helped them cope.  He also benefits from being a member of an Alzheimer help group.  It was nice talking to my uncle, it had been awhile.  I have memories of him since I was a little girl.


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21 comments:

  1. Angie's Recipes23 October, 2022 01:27

    Very beautiful!

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  2. roentare23 October, 2022 01:57

    It takes just one fall to trigger an inevitable decline. Life is that inevitable.

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  3. Valerie-Jael23 October, 2022 05:03

    He sounds like a wonderful man! Hugs, Valerie

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  4. Anonymous23 October, 2022 06:42

    hugs

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  5. Ivy's Closet23 October, 2022 08:18

    Love the photo! He does sound like a wonderful caretaker. It takes a lot to cope with. Glad you two could talk. 💗💗💗💗💗

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  6. My name is Erika.23 October, 2022 08:29

    Love the zinnia-they are a new favorite flower. And glad you had a nice catch up with your uncle too. Happy Sunday.

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  7. Jenn Jilks23 October, 2022 09:38

    Aw. So sorry. We need good caregivers.

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  8. Bleubeard and Elizabeth23 October, 2022 10:44

    I had to smile. When I was in second grade, I was a zinnia in a school play. My grandmother (grands raised me from birth) made my costume. Fond memories, dear.

    Glad you could talk to your uncle. I'm sure he needs lots of moral support about now.

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  9. Sandra Cox23 October, 2022 13:10

    Your uncle is a warrior.

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  10. Lorraine 23 October, 2022 13:54

    Those late season blooms are such a nice little treat aren't they. It's nice catching up with those we don't see often and bring those nice memories to the surface.

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  11. Cherry Blossoms23 October, 2022 18:40

    Such a beautiful Sunday post💗💗💗💗💗💗💗

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  12. Anonymous23 October, 2022 19:45

    Last season blooms are always the best! We really appreciate pops of colour this time of year.

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  13. J.P. Alexander23 October, 2022 21:43

    Bella flor. Te mando un beso.

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  14. Tanza Erlambang24 October, 2022 12:34

    great uncle... love to know about him...

    Have a wonderful day to you and your families

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  15. Las Locuras de Ahyde24 October, 2022 15:12

    Hola! una flor muy bonita, espero que tu tia se encuentre bien. Besos

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  16. Kay25 October, 2022 02:11

    It’s so good of you to keep in touch. It’s very important for caregivers to get support also.

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  17. The Velvet Runway25 October, 2022 13:33

    It's good that you caught up with your uncle and the Zinnia are really pretty
    Julia x
    https://www.thevelvetrunway.com/

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  18. Lowcarb team member25 October, 2022 16:54

    I do like your flower.

    It's nice that you caught up with your uncle, he does sound a wonderful carer.

    All the best Jan

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  19. DeniseinVA25 October, 2022 17:12

    I am sorry to read about your aunt. She is very lucky to have your Uncle to help her through this. I am glad they have children and grandchildren to help out.

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  20. Ananka25 October, 2022 18:19

    Lovely flower. Life can get tough looking after someone, I am sure he was grateful for the chat :-)

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  21. baili27 October, 2022 06:51

    i am sorry for your aunt ,hope she feels better soon

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