An Open Apology from Shadowryter

[Cynt]

Praying for strength for you during this time.

 

[shadowryter]

As of today my dad has been hospitalized for a little over 2 weeks. His paranoia is not getting better though doctors are trying different kinds of drugs on him. He seems to be living his life back some thirty or more years ago. I am at this time seeking guardianship of him as he never had a health care proxy.

My good news is that my mom came home today and is doing remarkably well. She is in good spirits despite everything that is going on. We are all trying hard to look forward to the holidays but dad is in all our minds. Thank you for your continued support and kind words. If I don't make it back soon I wish all of you a happy and safe holiday.
Linda

 

[bababear_50]

Thinking of you and wishing you a happy holiday !
Hugs Mel

 

[Twoboysnmygirl]

Linda, just wanted to let you know I'm thinking of you and your family! My father had Alzheimers and there are just no words to describe what it feels like to watch someone you know slowly lose it. We were "lucky" and my father passed away quickly before it got too bad, he lived with it for about 5 years though. Just wanted you to know someone was thinking of you and I hope you had a Merry Christmas even with all this going on!

 

[Dreamer2012]

Dear Linda,
Although we have never connected I wish there were words I could write to ease your pain. I have read many times of the joy your disigns have brought I only wish some of that would come back to you now. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

 

[bababear_50]

Hi Linda Hon
I was thinking about you today and I am going to head to my fav spot in Downtown Disney( we leave in 1 day)--order a cup of tea and a sweet treat and say cheers to you and your family!
I know the year ahead will be difficult ,but I am sprinkling you with some Faith ,Hope and a BIG jar of pixie dust Hon_ Happy New Year to you !
Hugs Mel

 

[fd1972uk]

I wish you all the best Linda, hope everything works out. There's not much more really I can say in regards to your situation, but I seriously do wish you all the best for 2013.

At this time also, please don't apologise, remember every thing you did in your thread you've made people's holiday that little bit better with such splendid work. I know what you managed to do for ourselves in the requests I made will be magical, and just remember that your work will be seen in the park when we go, as I'm getting some t-shirts made up with your fab work for our trip.

I'm sure the other fab designers on here will help with anyone's requests.

All the best and once again, Many Thanks for all your time and dedication.


FD

 

[drmrchk]

Just wanted to say I'm thinking of you Linda! My gram has Alzheimer's and watching the decline has been very hard....it has gotten so bad since my gramp died, and we can't even bring her home for the weekend anymore...she has forgotten how to walk and get out a chair and everything. Its so sad. So while she never lived with us, I have an idea what you're going through. Stay strong, don't be afraid to ask for help.....and no matter how hard it is, don't be afraid to say that its more than you can handle. A memory care unit is inevitable....you are in control of when that happens....just don't see it as a failure on your part. You are doing an amazing thing and just know there's a part of your dad, even if its small and mostly lost, that understands and apreciates what you are doing, and knows you are in the right. Sending you guys lots of love and hugs.

 

[tlh0726]

to you and your family.

 

[Wanna be Ariel]

Lots of love and I will pray for you and your family. Stay strong.

 

[es45]

Hope the holidays were good for you and that you are remembering to take care of yourself. Prayers continue for you and your family.

 

[princessmorgan]

I haven't been by the Disign boards lately and I just saw your post. Big hugs to you and your family! You have helped my family so much in the past through your wonderful designs. I wish you all the best. My mother went through some of the same things with my grandmother. It's not easy. I hope 2013 brings you peace and happiness!

 

[jdcthree]

I am so sorry for all you are going through. You and your family will be in my prayers.

 

[MusicMouse]

I have been off the Boards for a while and just saw this. You and your family are in my prayers, Linda. My Grandmother also had alzheimers and I know how painful it is to watch someone that you love just disintegrate like that.

 

[Disneyelf10]

Hi Linda...I haven't been on for Dec w/ vacation and the holidays and just saw your post. Sorry to hear about this....wishing you the best!!

take care!!

 

[shadowryter]

Hi all, again thank you for your kind words. My dad was transferred to a nursing home this weekend. I had to get guardianship over him and due to the holidays things went a bit slower than we hoped. I feel bad because I knew my dad made some friends where he was and now he has to start all over.

My mom is doing great. She's going through physical therapy and is doing quite well. My mental state has healed a bit and though I do not plan to return to DISigning for a few months more I am really looking forward to it. Just still need some time to myself for now. Thanks again.
Linda

 

[shadowryter]

Hi Linda Hon
I was thinking about you today and I am going to head to my fav spot in Downtown Disney( we leave in 1 day)--order a cup of tea and a sweet treat and say cheers to you and your family!
I know the year ahead will be difficult ,but I am sprinkling you with some Faith ,Hope and a BIG jar of pixie dust Hon_ Happy New Year to you !
Hugs Mel

Hey Mel...I was with you in spirit.I think my year ahead will be fine. Thanks for that big jar of pixie dust. Just what I needed. Happy New Year!
Hugs to you,
Linda

 

[MimiSiang]

Hello Linda,
what a hard time for you....wishing you al the best en strenght you and your family need. I did'nt know al this and send you last week a private message for a request, I feel so stupid right know. Just delete my mail....
Take care!
Regards Mimi Siang

 

[sammi6]

Linda

Just wanted to send you hug and let you know you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Alz is so hard on everyone involved especially for the loved ones closest to the patient. I am so sorry. I am glad to hear your mother is doing well though.

 

[msnc]

Hi, I am brand new to these boards and stumbled on them while looking for a t-shirt design. Despite more trips to Disney than I can count, I've never done the shirt thing for us but decided to attempt it for coming trip. I got to the boards by finding a design of yours that is the outline of Mickey's head made by names. I was so excited by it, I ended up here. I know you're in the middle of family problems and have seen the many posts wishing you well. I just had to say that I know. The paranoia and delusions of a parent can make you feel like you have entered another universe - that was unimaginable before. You can have heard about it but until you live it, you don't quite get it. We made our regular Jan trip to WDW last year and all was well. This year, we have booked only a room so we can cancel later and we waited to book until last minute. My mother now lives in that nightmare of fear and I am not at all sure we will be able to leave town. We're fortunate to have other family nearby to fill in but not sure it won't be too much for them, or for her, for us to travel.

Since I read your story yesterday, you've been on my mind. You did so many nice things for people on this board. I just wanted to tell you that someone else is wishing you well. Bless you and your family.