Dear Alzheimer’s disease, There’s a new weapon in town ready to take up arms against you. You ain’t done with Beau Bercaw yet, nor will you ever be. His name will continue to be your worst enemy thanks to the combined efforts of the University of Florida and Beau’s family. Nora and I are pleased…
Author: nancybercaw
fish out of water
Physician’s Daughter, Heal Thyself
Dear Gentle Readers, Six weeks have passed since I last blogged. In that time I have been to the Bahamas, been to see Beau, moved into a new house—-and, most significantly, found space in my head NOT to think about Alzheimer’s disease. For years, long before my father went to Juniper Memory Care, Alzheimer’s weighed…
The Beau Strategum
Dearests, When we visit Beau next week, we have a new plan. Instead of “freaking out,” which is what I usually do (and cry), we’re going to show him some pictures put to his all-time favorite song. I’m also going to read to him. Going to Juniper with an activity in mind will keep me…