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Omaha Steve

(107,429 posts) Tue Oct 14, 2025, 10:29 AM Oct 14

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Living with my dementia [View all]

Most of you know I have a dementia (FTD) problem. I was diagnosed in 2014. Life expectancy was 10 years. So I'm doing pretty good. I believe the Trazodone is helping by slowing the advance of the disease. There is research to back this up.

This morning, after I let the dogs out, I started my morning routine. First thing, I started on the local paper, the Omaha World Herald. I didn't have any coffee yet. I don't have coffee until Marta comes downstairs. I saw the story about Dan Osborn. I rushed to post it in LBN. Problem was it was an opinion page. In my morning fog, I missed that.

Once I realized what I had done, I self deleted the LBN post. I have reposted it here in GD: https://www.democraticunderground.com/100220719369

With my dementia, I'm going to make a mistake or two from time to time. Just remember, I don't do these things on purpose. Thanks for understanding.

OS

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Living with my dementia [View all] Omaha Steve Oct 14 OP

Hugs to you, Alice B. Oct 14 #1

Excitement gets us :) Tetrachloride Oct 14 #2

Mistakes are normal. Been there done that myself. Carry on. You are still a DU treasure. . . . nt Bernardo de La Paz Oct 14 #3

I think I'm the Queen of self deleting posts babsbunny Oct 14 #4

Don't beat yourself up. usonian Oct 14 #5

hey, markie Oct 14 #6

In addition, you are not alone Steve. Prairie_Seagull Oct 14 #7

You have one heck of a lot of folks behind you and pulling for you, Steve. Thanks for all you do! hlthe2b Oct 14 #8

You know all of us make mistakes like that. You are not alone... peacebuzzard Oct 14 #9

I do the same thing occasionally. I blame the Tylenol, LOL. hay rick Oct 14 #10

It happens! Hope22 Oct 14 #11

You're amazing is what you are! Passages Oct 14 #12

Woke up...no coffee...that's an everyday mistake.... MiHale Oct 14 #13

Make the coffee the night before and heat it up in the microwave in the morning. 1WorldHope Oct 14 #30

hey great idea for us addicts. peacebuzzard Wednesday #61

I make more mistakes than that and haven't had that diagnosis. Maybe I should get a second diagnosis. Good luck.🍀 surfered Oct 14 #14

We love you Steve Stargazer99 Oct 14 #15

Steve, it must be so difficult for you, Smilo Oct 14 #16

I was going to ask for some money but, frankly I forgot who it was to ask for.. chouchou Oct 14 #17

Steve, you are a valued friend. Your sharing is inspiring. TygrBright Oct 14 #18

You are one of the pillars of DU... I always watch for your posts... bsiebs Oct 14 #19

You are quite amazing. EllieBC Oct 14 #20

It happens. Thank you for being you. mwmisses4289 Oct 14 #21

Recognizing when a decision wasn't quite right Frasier Balzov Oct 14 #22

You seem to be doing really well. pandr32 Oct 14 #23

Doing the best you can with the hand you were dealt. Keep humor if you can. Wish you the best. twodogsbarking Oct 14 #24

Thank you so much for such a humble post OS JMCKUSICK Oct 14 #25

Just hang in there and stay with us as long as you can. calimary Oct 14 #26

Cyber hugs to you, Steve SheltieLover Oct 14 #27

Omaha Steve, love your posts. bronxiteforever Oct 14 #28

I had a brain scan and found I had early signs of Alzheimer's. So far, so good. CTyankee Oct 14 #29

People with or without issues inadvertently make post in the wrong group, lostincalifornia Oct 14 #31

I have to say, You are FemDemERA Oct 14 #32

You are a leading voice here. Carry on! Iris Oct 14 #33

Sending hugs, Steve. And I want point out that it's VERY unlikely there are any DUers who've posted highplainsdem Oct 14 #34

Hang in there, OS! You are doing fine and well, and we got your back! SWBTATTReg Oct 14 #35

Best to you, Steve DarthDem Oct 14 #36

Love you! no_hypocrisy Oct 14 #37

What is Trazodone exactly? ananda Oct 14 #38

Trazodone is primarily used for the following conditions: Omaha Steve Oct 14 #42

Thank you. ananda Oct 14 #43

Your diagnosis was years ago Warpy Oct 14 #39

A minor mishap. You are one of the stalwarts of DU. Your posts are very informative and LoisB Oct 14 #40

Dear Omaha Steve you have built up so many get of jail free cards from all you do to support Dem candidates and MLAA Oct 14 #41

I have it, too. Been tested, brain scanned. I'm still here! CTyankee Oct 14 #44

Always forgiven, OS Clouds Passing Oct 14 #45

You have built up so many 'get out of jail/mistakes' cards duhneece Oct 14 #46

You are doing beautifully and you are amazing mahina Oct 14 #47

Bravo! You are doing so well with your diagnosis!! SleeplessinSoCal Oct 14 #48

Now, I'M worried! 70sEraVet Oct 14 #49

Glad you are still sharp as a tack. sellitman Oct 14 #50

You seem to be doing GREAT under the circumstances! Jack Valentino Oct 14 #51

You are safe here. TNNurse Oct 14 #52

No worries, OS. All your posts are so informative and thoughtful, I don't care where you post them. Be aware that ancianita Oct 14 #53

I find it difficult to believe ReRe Oct 14 #54

I feel so lucky that we still have you catrose Oct 14 #55

Sending good vibes to you! Stay strong. Joinfortmill Oct 14 #56

You're perfectly fine. herding cats Oct 14 #57

Steve, it's all good! slightlv Wednesday #58

Steve, you are indeed a treasure. hamsterjill Wednesday #59

Try ketogenic diet Edim Wednesday #60

❤️ littlemissmartypants Wednesday #62

all good. :) nt Javaman Wednesday #63

You are amazing. You work hard here Demsrule86 Wednesday #64

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Welcome to the DU Omaha Steve Wednesday #67

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