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  What Is Sticky Fingers Hiding in Her BRA THIS Time?! #OnThisDay After breakfast at IHOP, Mama started complaining that something was hurting inside her shirt! Now getting her to let me investigate was a WHOLE ball of CONFUSION! I'm thinking, PLEASE don't let it be another KNIFE! Well, apparently STICKY FINGERS had been SHOPPING at IHOP! This woman had all kinds of stuff tucked down her bra, including SEVERAL packs of SUGAR! https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2026/10/19/what...

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  A Head Shake Won’t Cut It, Mama! USE YOUR WORDS! Mama might think a little head shake is enough to answer my questions, but NOT ON MY WATCH! As long as Mama is able to speak, I'm going to encourage her to USE HER WORDS! Dementia has already taken away so much, and I'm determined to keep her talking, thinking and engaging for as long as possible. Does she always cooperate? https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2026/10/19/a-head-shake-wont-cut-it-mama-use-your-words/

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  Mama Said She Doesn’t Feel Like FIGHTING Today! HALLELUJAH! I showed up to pick Mama up for an outing, and she announced that she DOESN'T FEEL LIKE FIGHTING! WELLLLLL! That's some GOOD NEWS! LOL! Now, I don't know how long this peaceful attitude is going to last, but I'm certainly not going to question it! We're going to take this GOOD MOOD and hit the ROAD before Mama changes her mind! https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2026/10/20/mama-said-she-does...

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  HELP! What Should Mama and I Be for HALLOWEEN?! Alright y'all! Halloween is coming, and I need YOUR HELP! What should Mama and I dress up as this year?! I'm looking for something FUN, CUTE and EASY for Mama to wear! Drop your costume ideas in the comments! Let's see who comes up with the BEST one! LIKE, COMMENT and SUBSCRIBE for more of our REAL dementia journey! #Halloween2026 #HalloweenCostumes #Dementia #CaregiverLife #DivasAndDementia #Mama #DementiaCare… https://di...

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  CUSSING, DANCING & SASS! Just Another Day With Mama! #OnThisDay Welcome to another day in the life of MIXED DEMENTIA! We got CUSSING, SASSINESS, DANCING and enough SOUND EFFECTS to produce a whole MOVIE! Once an adult, twice a child! And Mama is giving me the FULL EXPERIENCE! Meanwhile, I'm watching that plate of food like a HAWK because if it lands on that comforter, guess who's doing LAUNDRY AGAIN?! https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2026/10/20/cussing-dancing-sas...

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  Mama Is Playing MOMMY…And Apparently I’m the BIG SISTER! LOL! Mama is taking her motherly duties SERIOUSLY! She's washing her baby, looking for her shoes and trying to get her dressed! Meanwhile, I'm over here playing BIG SISTER, helping Mama get the baby ready because I told her it's BEDTIME! And YES, I'm a GOOD big sister! LOL! This is one of the things I love about doll therapy. It keeps Mama engaged, using her hands, thinking and nurturing her little baby. h...

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  Mama Says Morgan Freeman Looks PINK! | Dementia Brain Exercise Another hilarious episode of "The Guy On My Job!" featuring one of my favorite actors, Morgan Freeman! Mama says he looks PINK! And the funniest part? They have the SAME gray hair! These dementia brain exercises are a fun way to encourage conversation, recognition, and mental stimulation. And Mama's responses never disappoint! Does your loved one with dementia come up with some hilarious observations? Share...

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  Taking Mama Shopping! | Dementia Care Beyond the Facility #OnThisDay Mama was out shopping at Walmart, pushing her own cart and enjoying a little freedom! Living with dementia doesn't mean life has to stop at the facility doors. Fresh air, a change of scenery, social interaction, and familiar activities can do wonders for someone's mood and quality of life. I believe in keeping Mama moving, engaged, and as independent as possible. https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2026/10/...

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  Where Are Mama’s Shoes? | The Reality of Dementia Care Somebody asked, "Where are Mama's shoes?" Listen, if y'all only knew how hard we work to keep shoes on this woman! Mama has even had therapy to help address this issue, but she STILL prefers walking barefoot! Keeping shoes on someone living with dementia can be like trying to keep shoes on a toddler! Except Mama is a grown woman with a mind of her own! https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2026/10/22/wher...

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  Mama Loves Anita Baker’s Music | Dementia and Music Memory Someone suggested I show Mama a picture of Anita Baker since she loves her music so much. Here's what people don't always understand about dementia. Mama can remember the lyrics to Anita Baker's songs without remembering who Anita Baker is! In fact, when I play her music, Mama thinks it's a MAN singing! Dementia affects different types of memory in different ways. https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2...

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  I’m Walking for My Mom | Walk to End Alzheimer’s 2026 This Saturday, October 24, 2026, I’m walking for Mama in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s! My mother has been living with dementia for a decade, and every day I work to keep her active, engaged, and healthy. I hold on to hope that one day there will be a breakthrough in Alzheimer’s and dementia research. I’m walking for Mama, for dementia caregivers, and for every family affected by Alzheimer’s disease. https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/202...

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  Trying to Help Mama Got Me a BOOM! | Dementia Care Challenges #OnThisDay Mama randomly turned on the water, and I'm trying to get her to follow instructions to turn it off. Simple enough, right? WRONG! Then I noticed she had something stuffed down her bra that was irritating her. I tried to help get it out, and what did I get for my troubles? A BOOM! Dementia can make following instructions difficult, and even trying to help someone feel comfortable can lead to an… https://divasanddeme...

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  Mama Is Asking for Someone Who Passed Away | Dementia and Memory Loss #OnThisDay Mama was asking about a cousin who passed away many years ago. One of the heartbreaking realities of dementia is that someone may remember people from decades ago but have no recollection that they've passed away. As dementia progresses, recent memories often become harder to access, while older memories may remain. To Mama, that cousin may still be very much alive. https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2...

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  My Son Has My Permission | The Reality of Dementia Caregiving #OnThisDay Dementia caregiving is NOT for the weak! I've already given my son permission to place me in a GOOD memory care facility if I ever develop dementia and become combative or impossible to care for safely at home. I know firsthand how difficult dementia caregiving can be, especially when aggression and safety become concerns. I refuse to put that burden on my son. https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2026/10/24/my-...

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  Getting Mama to Sit Still for Foot Care! | Dementia Care and Healthy Feet Getting Mama to sit down long enough to soak her feet is an accomplishment all by itself! And I managed to do it while chatting with y'all on LIVE! Mama walks CONSTANTLY, so taking care of her feet is extremely important. People living with dementia who walk frequently can develop soreness, blisters, calluses, and other foot problems. Regular foot checks and good foot hygiene are important parts… https://divasand...

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  Mama Is DOWN But Still Has Something to Say! | Dementia Brain Stimulation Mama is woMAN DOWN! But that doesn't stop me from talking about absolutely NOTHING just to keep those wheels turning! Conversation is one of the ways I keep Mama mentally engaged while living with dementia. Even when she's resting, I talk to her, ask questions, and give her opportunities to chime in. And wouldn't you know it? The minute I start talking about y'all being NOSY about what she...

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  Walking for Mama, Honoring My Mother-in-Law | Walk to End Alzheimer’s Today, I walked for Mama, who continues to live with dementia, and in memory of my mother-in-law, who also lived with this nasty dis-EASE. I walked for the caregivers, the families, and everyone whose life has been touched by Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Thanks to YOU, we CRUSHED our fundraising goal! The walk is over, but the fight is FAR from finished! https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2026/10/25/walking-for-mama-...

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  Mama’s Eye Rolls Are Still Working! | Dementia Brain Exercises #OnThisDay Mama was doing what she does BEST…rolling those eyes at me! LOL! I was working with her on repeating words, and she was having a hard time. But guess what? SHE DID IT! Living with dementia can make processing information and repeating words challenging. That's why I continue to engage Mama in simple brain exercises, giving her time to respond without rushing her. https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2026/10/25/...

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  Mama Threatened to Put Me Through a WINDOW! | Dementia Care Drama This visit was FULL of drama! Mama received a beautiful pair of sunglasses as a gift, but according to her, SHE DON'T CARE! LOL! Then she accused me of pinching her, which I absolutely DID NOT do, and threatened to put me through a WINDOW! Dementia can sometimes cause confusion, false accusations, and aggressive reactions. And Mama certainly keeps me on my toes! https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2026/10/25/mama-thre...

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  Just Go With It! #dementia Any babysitters out there? 😩 When it comes to dementia, just go with the flow or you will forever be frustrated! from Divas and Dementia https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2026/09/21/just-go-with-it-dementia/

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  She NEVER Gave Mama’s Baby Back! 😂 #dementia I thought I posted an update on the missing baby, but maybe I didn’t. NO, we never got the baby back! That lady claimed that baby as her own, and I LET HER HAVE IT. I just bought Mama another one. Y’all know I don’t play with these residents. 😂 I’m over here doing the Lord’s work, and I’m trying to make it home safely. https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2026/09/21/she-never-gave-mamas-baby-back-%f0%9f%98%82-dementia/

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  HOW MUCH PATIENCE DO YOU HAVE? Be honest! 👇🏾 Some people say they have no patience and could never handle a parent with dementia. What about you? Lol from Divas and Dementia https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2026/09/20/how-much-patience-do-you-have-be-honest-%f0%9f%91%87%f0%9f%8f%be/

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  I Can’t Do Anything With Her! 🤣 #dementia Just keep me in y’alls prayers! 🤣🤣 from Divas and Dementia https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2026/09/19/i-cant-do-anything-with-her-%f0%9f%a4%a3-dementia/

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  WHO SAID THAT? 😩 I’m STILL getting “Rest in Peace” messages about Mama. Yes, “Norma passed” shows up in the search. But y’all do know my Norma is not the only Norma in the world, right? And these search bars are NOT the final authority on somebody’s life! So let me clear it up: THIS Norma is still here. Alive, well, walking, and doing just fine. https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2026/09/15/who-said-that-%f0%9f%98%a9/

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  A Day In The Life Of Dementia 💜 Spending time matters. I don’t give her a chance to feel lonely. 💜 from Divas and Dementia https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2026/09/07/a-day-in-the-life-of-dementia-%f0%9f%92%9c-4/

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  Mama Is Not In The Mood For Father’s Day Wishes This Year 😩 Dementia is like a box of chocolates… You never know what you’re gonna get. For some families, today is filled with cookouts, cards, and phone calls. For others, dementia has changed what Father’s Day looks like. If that’s you, just know you’re not alone. Sending love to everyone navigating this day with a loved one living with dementia. Drop a 💜 if you’re thinking about or celebrating a father, grandfather,… https://divasanddementia....

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  I Almost Had Her! 🤣🤣 This may look like a prank gone wrong but it’s a memory exercise gone right! 🤣 #dementia #brainexercise #funny #prank #love from Divas and Dementia https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2026/06/23/i-almost-had-her-%f0%9f%a4%a3%f0%9f%a4%a3/

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  Do You Think She Purchased These Shoes?? 🤣 #dementia #OnThisDay it was Bingo and dementia kisses! What more can a girl ask for? from Divas and Dementia https://divasanddementia.wordpress.com/2026/06/23/do-you-think-she-purchased-these-shoes-%f0%9f%a4%a3-dementia/

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  Lunch With Mama: A Good Dementia Day 💜 #OnThisDay, Mama and I went on a lunch date. Taking a loved one with dementia out sometimes requires a little courage because dementia is like a box of chocolates… you never know what you’re gonna get. A person living with dementia can be happy one minute and completely different the next. That’s just the reality of this disease. Caregivers, do you still take your loved one out on little adventures? Tell me about your favorite… https://divasanddementia.wo...