I'm so sorry, Bruce. Now's the time for you to think of the happy times you had together. But, as ol don says, you have the reward of knowing you helped her get through a horrible time in her life, and yours.
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your dear wife. You have been a wonderful caregiver and husband - I hope that knowledge gives you strength to get through this difficult time.
Bruce, I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Jan. I hope in time that you will find a measure of comfort in your memories ♥
"My only advice is to love them with all your heart and remember that alzheimers is a disease and that is what makes the trip difficult not your loved one they are only the carrier of the disease and they lose just as much as you do in the journey."
Bruce, let me offer my sincerest sympathy. You have been a loving and caring spouse. Your Jan was certainly comforted by your caregiving and constant supportive presence. Peace be with you.
to all Jan will be memorialized today at a specially prepared place at home. Her ashes will be placed in a small garden where all of our pets have been buried over the years. This will be shared by friend and family. We are hoping that the predicted rain holds off until afterwards. Thank you all for your love and support during the most stressful times in our journey. Love to all our friends here at AZ spouse. May your journey be less stressful and may Gods love sustain you thru the most difficult of times ahead. May God Bless. Bruce DeGarmo
I have just returned home after two weeks of visiting relatives and had a beautiful trip. Saw son and new daughter-in-law- new granddaughter, great-granddaughters. Grandsons, two brothers and one sister-in-law. about 5000 miles logged. tired but happy. Now back home a ready to get ready for winter. Just what God ordered. The people I met on my journey were fantastic. Good medicine for a broken heart. Recommended therapy for all who have lost their spouse and are having trouble dealing with it. May God bless all of you as your journey continues. Bruce
bruce d, I know you have a broken heart, but you sound like you had a wonderful time. I am glad that your relatives embraced you & helped you cope. Now will be the real test. your new journey is just beginning. Know that we are here for you if you need some support. Check in when you can & keep giving us the great advice. It always helps when someone who has "been there" gives us the tips on how to cope. ((HUGS)).
Bruce, my sincerest sympathy for your sad loss. Your LO is at peace, now no more struggles. Take care of your self and may you find comfort in the beautiful memories you have before AL...
God bless you, Bruce, for the loving care you took of your wife, Jan. In my limited experience with watching others caring for their lo's with this disease, I am always sincerely touched by the tenderness, faithfulness and dogged loyalty our men caregivers have for their wives - very touching, indeed. And, also how lost you are when the responsibility of caring is over. Thankfully, you took some time to reach out to others in your orbit and hopefully allowed yourself to accept some loving from them - it's always nice to have others to share with and who can give you comfort. My sincere condolences for your loss, Bruce, and may God bless and keep you.
bruce d, it is so good to hear from you...... thanks for checking back in with us... It is a blessing to hear you are doing so good. So glad you have been having such a great time. You needed this time for healing. The rest will come... Take care and please keep checking in.