Category Archives: Dementia

Golden Years in Winter

Posted on March 6, 2017 by admin

Today’s Guest Blog is from Jean Vachon, up north, where winter is. My friend Jean says: Here is what I do when I get bored! Not too serious, just my silly humor. We do go dancing every Sunday to keep us … Continue reading →

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I Am the Chooser of My Fate

Posted on February 6, 2017 by admin

  I Am the Chooser of My Fate Free will is what God gave to us, Free will guides my word and deed, I am the chooser of my fate. Some face their duty with a cuss And if their … Continue reading →

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Light-fingered Lou

Posted on January 27, 2017 by admin

  LIGHT-FINGERED LOU Light-fingered Lou, like a moth to the flame Was drawn to bright colours without any shame, Her long, long fingers knew the secret of stealth, Her stored up loot gave her plenty of wealth. She would spot … Continue reading →

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Trouble with Mercy – Part II

Posted on January 19, 2017 by admin

    Trouble with Mercy – Part II In Part I of Trouble with Mercy, Nurses’ Aide Ruthie thought she had caught a, or the, thief who had been stealing mostly personal belongings from other residents in the Mercy Home for … Continue reading →

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The Ruins: A Tale of Two Legends

Posted on November 25, 2016 by admin

  The Ruins A tale of Two Legends Once a stately pyramid, now a hieroglyphic, Once a brilliant mind, now the ruins, Ravished by the weather and the people, Deconstructed by disease, Once a prosperous farmer, now a stick plow … Continue reading →

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Velvet Black

Posted on November 21, 2016 by admin

  Velvet Black H. W. Bryce Velvet black Her skin glistens in the sun Her face beauteous as a smile Yet her gait is cautious And her eyes are wary She’s been down this path before. Bark white His skin … Continue reading →

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You Didn’t Have to Do That

Posted on November 14, 2016 by admin

  You Didn’t Have to Do That You Didn’t Have to Do That Welcome to Hell, friend. Come, warm yourself upon a flame. So glad you came to join us, You’re going to love our game. Now grab yourself a … Continue reading →

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