Escaping for a week - Alzheimer's Disease & Dementia Message Board

needtoescape · 08-20-2006, 05:31 AM

Hi all,
I am leaving early tomorrow for a week away by myself. I've booked a B&B on a river that also has a pool. I plan to laze in the pool, stare at the river, pray a lot, and read novels. This is for me... I've got to take care of myself. I believe DH is safe by himself. His problems are still very infrequent and he is able to figure things out eventually even when confused. I just need to have a little time before that isn't the case. You will be in my prayers next week. N2E

Martha H · 08-20-2006, 06:24 AM

Dear N2E,

Sounds like paradise! Have a great time. Enjoy the pool, the river, the books and the solitude. I am sure that such a 'retreat' can bring lots of answers - glad you will be in prayer. I have kept my sanity through prayer and divine leading.

Love to you,

Martha

BarbaraH · 08-20-2006, 08:04 AM

Good for you!!!!!!!!!!! Excellent idea!! Serenity and getting time to recharge yourself is a better restorative than anything! Hope the weather is lovely!

I once visited a pretty place in the mountains that had a long, long porch with a long row of rocking chairs on it. Picture that view, have a seat, and rock the world away.

Enjoy!!!!!! (applause, applause)

Blessings - Barbara

LuvMyLilDoggie · 08-20-2006, 01:41 PM

Need2escape is going to escape!

Good for you! You need it and deserve it! Relax and cleanse your mind of all your worries. Enjoy the beauty and solitude. Let someone else wait on you for a change.

Wish I could go with ya!

Love, Barb

mamaduck4 · 08-20-2006, 05:10 PM

Good for you!!! Have a wonderful time and I hope you don't worry about a thing!