I haven't posted in quite some time. We are doing ok out here in Montana. DH is not as angry or agressive as he was 6 months ago. He still dwells on issues which I handle by still being a good listener. We have been on hold for almost a year now. Right now, the very short term memory thing is my biggest challange. (Remember with probable FTD, his memory for the most part is still in pretty good shape.) DH won't remember me telling him something and then gets angry or his feelings hurt thinking that I left him out of the discussion. He also has some thoughts that are very real to him and, in relaity, are very unreal. Lately, he hears noises. But, all in all, things have been pretty good. We will be having our 36 anaiversity soon.
I remember about 4 years ago (or may be it was 5) when I was beside myself and doing internet searches to try to figure out what was going on with DH. I came across this site and what a special gift. Thanks to everyone for helping and being supportative.
Mary so glad to hear from you. I often think of you since you are one of my neighbors out in the western wilderness. I am glad your husband's anger issues are more under control. My dh is usu. never angry mostly flat. Sort of stares with a vacant look on his face. Do he and his son get along now...that seems it would be helpful for you if he did. Will you celebrate your anniversary? Have a wonderful one.
It's good to hear from you again. I have a soft spot for Montana. When I was about 4 years old, my father would drive us all down from Calgary, Alberta, where we lived, across the border to Montana and pitch a large canvas tent on one of the foothills. I remember the howl of coyotes which sounded far too close and saw them once outlined against the moon. Beautiful but eerie.