Lixy,

Both my mom and my wife's mom suffered from dementia which later proved to be Alzheimers. While it was hard on us, the blessing was that they were in their worlds and didn't seem to feel troubled or concerned by their condition.

Neither really remembered who we were, although by their smiles it was clear they "knew they knew us from somewhere." We were just thankful for the time we had to sit with them and be as close as possible for as long as they stayed with us.

Again, we will offer our prayers and hopes that with advances in medicine, maybe the doctors can help to delay the effects. In any case, if we can ever be of any help to your with you hubby or your sis ... or anything for that matter, you have only to ask. The prayers of course, come as a free bonus!

Lot's of love and hugs coming your way. Please give hubby our best.

DB