The Culture that has been here all the time

Hello Friends,

My wife unexpectedly reacted to a number of things that have revealed that despite her aphasia, she still is a complete person. If one pays close attention, one will learn that she understands more than I thought and even words—even managed to utter words and affirmation. In other words, she is still capable of understanding and giving consent. 

I had to learn how to understand and communicate with her, which has made a big difference. Is she like she used to be before dementia? No, but she is much more than I thought she was. She interacts better with people, laughs, and uses my name for the first time in a while.

The key has been the break in the isolation we were in. Grandson and actual friends have made all the difference.