December 17, 2011
By now, Dad should have received the mail-order cookies I sent him, as I do every year. I don't know, because he never calls or writes. During our last visit, I made him promise to find someone he can dictate notes to, so he can drop me a line now and then. He said "you have my word." So far, that is all I have...
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November 5, 2011
Saw Dad today. As always, a bittersweet visit. Pete thought that Dad looked good. I thought that he looked like he'd lost quite a bit of weight. His hair is thinner, almost gone, really. His face still looks the same, perhaps even a little younger than he actually is. I was pleased to see that he had a warm winter coat that looked fairly new. I swear, he'd never admit it himself, but he never can remember Pete's name. he calls him "Sir." in fact, we passed Dad's neighbor on the street, who I ...
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October 16, 2011
I am glad that I'm going to see my dad net month. Wish it were sooner. Seems that he is on a downward spiral. Not so much with the Alzheimer's, as with his drinking and his lack of financial responsibility. His case manager thinks that by no means is he ready for a nursing home, because he is SO independent, but that he deserves a living situation better than the one he's in now. He ought to have his own apartment. Right now he lives in a group home where the residents of each floor share a c... Continue reading...
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September 4, 2011
I had a very good day yesterday at the Authors' Fair in Clayton, NY. I sold 4 copies of "Finding My Father." I had a lot ot of people (whether they bought books or not) tell me about their personal connection to Alzheimer's. It can be VERY emotional. No matter how long ago a person lost a loved one to the disease, when they talk about it, the pain is still fresh. I feel very honored that folks who don't even know me are willing to share their experiences with me that way.
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August 20, 2011
Just a reminder that "Finding My Father" can now be purchased locally at Kripalu Yoga Center and Green Thyme Health Food Store, right across the street from one another, Rte 11 in Adams Center. And coming soon, they'll be available at Yellow Barn Winery, Rte 66 between Watertown and Sackets Harbor! Continue reading...
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August 7, 2011
I am going to see Dad in November! A long time to wait, for both of us, but it'll be worth it. Can't wait to experience Boston in the fall and spend time with my father! Continue reading...
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July 16, 2011
My husband and I are on the road, in Albany, NY. First time I've been here. Parts of it reminds me of Dorchester... where Dad is. Miss him lots! What's sad is that the big Cordova family reunion is this weekend, and we are unable to attend. Just one of those "bad timing" things; the Albany trip was booked long before I learned about the reunion. Ah, well... one of these days, the stars will line up and we'll all be together! Continue reading...
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July 12, 2011
"Finding My Father: A Search For the Truth In the Face of Alzheimer's" is available in paperback at Amazon.com!! http://tinyurl.com/6en6vj6 Continue reading...
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July 7, 2011
I got the proof of "Finding My Father" the other day... It looks awesome! I've never worked with CreateSpace before, so I'm not sure if it's available for YOU to order online yet. As soon as I know, I'll put links all over the place here and on my website,. www.hollygaskin.com. :^) Continue reading...
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June 27, 2011
I still haven't received my proof from CreateSpace. Once I got past the formatting difficulties, I thought I'd receive my copy quickly. It's been about a week. I'm getting NERVOUS! I have an event coming up in a couple of weeks, and I want the book to be READY by then! Cross your fingers for me!No word from Dad lately. I will have to give his caseworker, Leslie, a call. I'll let you know what I find out!Thanks for Caring,Holly Continue reading...
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