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Contented Dementia
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"Much of this does not yet apply to MDH, but it's good to be preparing. I'll probably read this slowly in preparation. For now I 'm focusing on practical changes that will allow us to be happy in our home as long as possible. Worry always about developing cog" Jul 16, 2013 11:39PM

 
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""Embalming Mom" handles time in an unusual and provocative way." Feb 17, 2013 04:44PM

 
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