Wanting to enhance my own memories and help educate others on memory issues are both part of the impetus behind our #SummerToRemember series. No matter our season of life, we all want to capture summer memories. But how? When asked for memory tips my answer is always the same: pay attention. It’s as easy and … Read more
Life is made up of choices. Everyday we make myriads of choices including whether or not we choose to remember. Not doing something is also a choice. We either choose TO DO or NOT to do something. Either way it’s a choice. All these decisions can be overwhelming and daunting, especially as we age. Our … Read more
We all have one. She loves, nurtures, and often molds us into who we become, leaving a legacy of memories. Whether we knew her or not, our mom influences much of our lives. From her DNA to who she is and how she lived, it all impacts us in ways we may never fully know. … Read more
“Tradition, tradition!” The lyrics of the Fiddler on the Roof song echo in our heads whenever honoring traditions are discussed. We all have traditions with family, friends, coworkers or our community. They are a good way to spark memories, create new moments, and have something to look forward to in our lives. But sometimes we … Read more
One, two, three-SURPRISE! Not all surprises are a fun party with all of our friends; navigating life’s surprises may instead be a surprise diagnosis, bad news, or unwanted life change. How we react and also help those with memory loss deal with life’s surprises often relies on the same choice-a positive, kind attitude. Surprises whether … Read more
As the sun slowly makes more of an appearance, its shining prompts us of Spring and the inevitable changes to come. Often changes in life can be stressful or not wanted. But just as we cultivate new life in Spring, we can also be cultivating change in our approach to make memorable moments. Regardless of … Read more