This is a very special Wednesday Words for me today.
This Muddy Boot Dreams card is a idea that took almost a year to germinate. The seed first showed up as a idea, but it was too late to get a good shot of the Forget-me-nots and I had to wait until this summer. Granted these are Chinese Forget-me-nots, but I don't think that anyone is worried about that.
The sentiment reads
"Memories, are the flowers in the garden of the mind".
Forget-me-nots are the official flower of the Alzheimer's society, and the flower is a good representation. The disease robs victims of their memories, rendering their families virtual strangers. There are over 70,000 people in BC alone, living with this disease.
My Mother in Law, Rose is one of them.
She has fought this disease for over 11 years, and has not recognized us for over 10 years. It is a slow, nasty decline, a cure cannot come fast enough.
I wanted to do something to help in the fight against Alzheimer's disease, and will donate a portion of the sale of these cards to the society. And I will be donating cards to the hospital gift shop, of Rose's care facility.
Rose, you may have forgotten us, but we have not forgotten you.
Hi Jen, What a pretty card/picture and verse and what a grand thing to do donating part of the proceeds. God bless you and Rose especially today.
ReplyDeleteHow simply poignant. My heartfelt prayers go to Rose & your family.
ReplyDeleteMy mil went thru this terrible disease for about 10 years before she moved into the arms of the Lord.
It is sad to watch them deteriorate, you & they are helpless. Heartbreaking is such a meek word to describe watching our beloved fil suffer thru the progression of the disease that took the love of his life.
I'll go visit your cards now. TY for sharing ... TTFN ~Marydon
Such a dastardly disease. It touches everyone.
ReplyDeleteHere is my link for today's Wednesday Words
http://www.familytreesmaycontainnuts.com/2009/07/wednesday-words-memory.html
How beautiful and heartbreaking. I can not imagine how devastating this must be for all who care for her and others like her. You are a very loving woman and I'm sure that on some level she recognizes that.
ReplyDeleteBig Hug & Much Love to you today, my friend.
Wonderful! The forget me not is a great flower for what we here in Minnesota call "Old Timers". My heart goes out to you and Gar, it is so very difficult when they don't remember..and sad.
ReplyDeleteMy Wednesday Words is here
http://farsideoffiftyphotos.blogspot.com/2009/07/wednesday-words-dylan-quote.html
Hi Jen, such a nice tribute to your MIL. Too many people suffer from this cruel disease. I believe she knows deep down how much she is loved by you and your husband. I love your chinese forget-me-nots...I have a packet of seeds that I didn't get planted this year. Take good care;-)
ReplyDeleteThis is such a great thing Jen! The card is beautiful, but the thought behind it is SO sweet and even more beautiful
ReplyDeleteA beautiful post, Jen, and your card is perfect! I love forget-me-nots. When my brother died, I sprinkled plants from his cottage around mine ... now I have them everywhere, a constant reminder of lasting love.
ReplyDeleteDear sister....I think some of the comments today have captured your essence and say it so well. very nice idea with the card.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photograph, touching words.
ReplyDeleteAgreed, a cure can't come quickly enough.
What a wonderful idea. I have experienced this horrible disease with both my grandfather and my grandmother-in-law. It's very sad.
ReplyDeleteWhat a touching post. My mum's dad suffered from Alzheimer's - it really is very hard on those left behind.
ReplyDeleteLove what you are doing.
I've been away but will be getting my Words on Wed post up! (A day late, but... there you go!)
very touching post..
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ReplyDeleteBeautiful photo of the forget me not.
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