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TygrBright

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18. Steve, you are a valued friend. Your sharing is inspiring.

Tue Oct 14, 2025, 12:17 PM

Oct 14

As we get older the number of people in our lives affected by some form of dementia inevitably increases, and may include ourselves.

Keeping dementia and its challenges secret and shameful only serves to make it worse for those struggling with the condition, and those who love someone(s) with the condition.

I have watched several people I care about struggle with dementia. One thing that I have observed more than once is that those who accept their diagnosis and attempt to learn how to live joyfully (and openly) with it in spite of all the changes tend to have an easier time with the challenge in so many ways.

It takes great courage, and great faith, to live so. But it is infinitely more full of grace and unexpected reward than putting all your energy into denial and paranoia and covering up.

Thank you.

appreciatively,
Bright

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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 Oct 15 #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 Oct 15 #58

Steve, you are indeed a treasure. hamsterjill Oct 15 #59

Try ketogenic diet Edim Oct 15 #60

❤️ littlemissmartypants Oct 15 #62

all good. :) nt Javaman Oct 15 #63

You are amazing. You work hard here Demsrule86 Oct 15 #64

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Welcome to the DU Omaha Steve Oct 15 #67

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