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It's been so long since I posted here that I forgot how to do it - grimace emoji - Since October 2019 it's been full on with lots of things but mainly my mother's health and the realisation in the summer that she had Dementia and could no longer live alone. She is now in a Care Home but of course because of Covid I can't actually go indoors to visit and our contact has to be in the garden, one 20 min visit a week with me 2 metres away and in a mask; this is not ideal for someone with Dementia who most of the time forgets that I'm her daughter. At the moment because of an escalation of Covid rules in Scotland there is no visiting at all. I made her a book with pages I had already done plus some new ones so that the Care staff could look at it with her and chat about her life, it seems to have been a success but everyday is different...

Sorry, but I actually didn't take a note of which Artplay Palette etc I used...
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A wonderful idea to keep the connection with your mother. I sent old family photos to my sister who has early onset Alzheimer's. Her husband said that he could see a spark of recognition on her face even though she couldn't articulate it.

Awesome to see you in the gallery again. Your work is inspirational!
 
I am so sorry to hear this, it must be terribly hard. I'm glad you have an outlet that might help.
 
What a very sad story Fiona, now that you can no longer visit your mother is heartbreaking, I can imagine how this feels for you but also for your mother, she don't understand this I think. You must feel helpless and very sad, I wish I could help you. The idea of the photo book is great, it is also done here, people with dementia live in the past, I hope it helps her. I wish you courage Fiona, a big HUG!

Your page is stunning!
 
Welcome back, Fiona! I've missed your art. Sad to hear about your mother, but she know how much you love her. Her memories may be fading but the warmth of love always lingers.
 

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