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cwillie, I haven't read much about Robin Williams since his suicide, and shortly thereafter, but I had thought he had a diagnosis of Lewy's Dementia? I, too, recall hearing he was aware of his probable diagnosis. Does anyone else remember that?

Need, Bruce Willis has very severe dementia.
And I would LOVE to know what identical twin studies show about dementias.

Tony Bennett had it for many years. An exceptionally devoted wife. Friends with Lady Gaga, Tony was. She also was devoted to him. You gotta love that!

Many more are going public, but we have a massive aging generation. That will make changes in approach over time, I think. When you look at the future job market all they can talk of is caregiving jobs.
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Thanks, cw for reading up on this topic and sharing this info.

I am always sad to hear about dementia diagnosis. I am concerned for my younger brother who received a dementia diagnosis. Right now he is dealing with coping after his stroke.

I hope that one day researchers will understand these diseases better and find better ways to control and treat them. I wonder if there will ever be a way to prevent dementia from occurring in the first place.

Alva,

The discussion that I was watching was referring to how genetics can’t determine how dementia affects us. Even identical twins react differently.

Genetic studies are fascinating to me.

My husband was told that it’s helpful to do genetic testing after his cancer diagnosis. His oncologist’s nurse highly recommended it, so did the oncologist. My husband didn’t go forth with any genetic testing.
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*I'm just overwhelmed with happiness right now. I've been waiting for this final project grade to come back, checking for it every day, and making my peace with potentially getting a not-great grade on it. I am so thrilled that I not only got a good grade, I got praise and 100% of the points. Excuse my exuberance -- I'm so freaking happy right now!

I just got my grade back on my toughest final project, in my toughest master's term to date, and my strictest professor gave me 100%.

She did not take a single point off for my final project in my Measurements class, which is statistical and graphing measurement strategies + field knowledge. Apparently, I've nailed it... at least at my current learning level.

That is so incredibly validating for me. I chose the most difficult topic (not purposefully), researched it, did all the analyses, wrote the paper, gave a video presentation, and got 100%.

I'm just so thrilled. It's so validating and makes me feel like I know what I'm doing... I have often felt like this academic journey is so unknown, and while I have a game plan, my stress levels sometimes make me doubt.

She wrote in all caps that it was EXCELLENT WORK. 😁
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Ali!!! WELL DONE!
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Just to repeat my congratulations and joy at sharing your joy. You are moving from success to success. Totally AWESOME!!!! 🎉🎊 👍
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Yes, Bruce Willis is now non verbal.
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Ali: Congratulations!
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Yes, Robin Williams had Lewy Body Dementia.
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Rest in peace, Richard Lewis.

I adored his comedy, especially on Curb Your Enthusiasm!

He had Parkinson’s disease. I watched my mom suffer with Parkinson’s disease. It breaks my heart to see others suffering with this horrible disease.
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Happy Leap Year birthday to all Leap Year babies!
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My granddaughter age 12 years is celebrating her third ‘real’ birthday. She had to be induced, and Monday 29th Feb 2012 was the specialist’s day. One in 1461 potential birthdays.
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Margaret,

I hope your granddaughter has a very happy birthday!
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Margaret: Happy Leap Day birthday to your granddaughter!
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My middle son is a leap day baby (natural birth) and left handed too so he feels quite unique!!! It's his 13th birth day.
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Since the subject of dementia amongst celebrities was raised here I wondered if anyone watched the Wendy Williams recent documentary. Very disturbing but I believe her previous personality combined with alcohol abuse certainly contributed somewhat to her present state. Anyway she is young to have this advanced state although I know many here report of early onset dementia. So hard to imagine being in a trapped mind like that.
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golden: Happy Leap Day birthday to your son, the anomaly!
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AliBo

Congrats!!

We are all proud.

It's fun to watch your success.

Thanks for sharing.
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Fantastic, Ali!

Thrilled for you!!!😁
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River,

I keep seeing the commercials for that documentary. I am not sure if I want to watch it. It looks very upsetting.

She is awfully young to be going through this situation.

I think it’s really sad that she’s going to be seen by millions of people on air in this light.

I wonder what her family thinks about this documentary being released. Do you know if they approve of it or if they are behind it?

I know that she is a celebrity but I not want my privacy exploited in this manner.
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There are robins singing the sun up this morning, it's a crazy early spring.
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Need,since Wendy Williams's son speaks at length in the documentary I think the family want people to understand her plight. They seem to have been greatly shut out. Of course I don't know what led to a bank having such control over her. The son and her sister seem well meaning. There is obviously alot that went on we don't know about.

Sadly she is an addict and one that could not get adequate help while she was still hosting her show. There was alot of responsibility there not only to herself but to those whose livelihood depended on her functioning properly.

It is said she is doing better now. Hopefully that is the case. She displays great entitlement. I realize dementia plays into this greatly but I think there are aspects of her previous personality that are evident. I think she is capable of being kind. I hope she finds herself in a better place.
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Anxiety,

I am happy to hear that justice was served.

There was a very disturbing incident that happened here recently. A man killed his three year old son in the metro New Orleans area.

It’s absolutely tragic to see a young child lose their life.

Our crime in general has been out of control for many years. The city isn’t at all like it was when I was a child.

I was able to ride my bike all over and not think about being harmed.
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River,

I was never a fan of Wendy’s show. Those kind of shows aren’t my cup of tea. I do feel badly for her. She’s had her struggles, hasn’t she? Very sad situation.
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cw,

I love hearing birds singing. They are excellent communicators.
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I adore hawks! One of my favorite birds.

I also love tiny little hummingbirds!
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Hawks probably love tiny little hummingbirds too!
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There is a hawk of some kind that must nest near me because I can hear it calling but I've never been able to spot it, going by the calls I think it's a little Merlin.
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Margaret.

😁, Yep!
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March is Women’s History Month!

I thought that I would post the lyrics to a song that a young songwriter wrote for her two young daughters. I find the lyrics to this song to be very engaging and beautiful.

The title of the song is ‘Girls.’ Written and performed by Rachael Patten.

She performed it live on ‘The Talk’ show today and I was captivated by her performance as a singer and pianist!

Here are the lyrics:

Hope you always know your worth

Though I know life can hurt

Hope you know that you can turn to each other

Hope you learn to trust your voice

Make mistakes and make some noise

Hope you never lose your joy or your hunger

Girls you were born to run

To reach the stars and chase the sun

Girls you are wild and free

The wind is at your back, the world is at your feet

Sometimes life can feel unfair

Broken hearts you can’t repair

Sometimes you might be scared no one gets you

It’s not easy being brave when tears are falling down your face

But that’s how you find your strength so I’ll let you

Girls you were born to run

To reach the stars and chase the sun

Girls you are wild and free

The wind is at your back, the world is at your feet

Someday friends will turn their backs

Falling leaves may hide your path

You’ll try hard, might come in as last

Yeah, but just around the corner

You’ll move mountains, you’ll make waves

You’ll be fearless, you’ll be brave

There’ll be nothing you can’t face

Hope you’ll always know your worth

Though I know life can hurt

Hope you know that you can turn to each other

Hope the road ahead is clear

And hope you know that when I am not here

That you’ll always have the love of your mother

What a beautiful love song to her daughters! I am remembering my mother and grandmother during Women’s History Month, along with many, many other women that have been trailblazers in their lifetime.

What women are you thinking about and remembering during Women’s History Month?
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Wow! World Health Organization is now saying that one billion people are suffering from obesity!

Geeeeeez! Such a tough and complicated issue.

So, what is next in tackling this problem?

Yes, there are weight loss programs. There are drugs that some people find helpful.

We also have weight loss surgery. In many cases though, people have to lose a certain amount of weight before they can qualify for the surgery.

People aren’t as active as they used to be.

I don’t know what the answer is. Not everyone can join a gym or have a personal trainer.

Doctors aren’t trained as nutritionists. Hopefully, they will send their patients with serious medical issues to dietitians.

Everyone reacts differently when addressing problems. Some people have faster metabolisms, others have slower metabolisms.

Certain meds cause some people to gain weight. Some people aren’t able to exercise and so on.

Some people are just plain addicted to food! Some people drink a lot of calories before they even consume their food.

Emotional eating is a huge problem. It’s as dangerous as eating disorders are.
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