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It wasn\u2019t until a few weeks ago that I really had to say, \u201cYes,\u201d I do have Alzheimer\u2019s. I had read of signs that indicate Alzheimer\u2019s, like getting overly upset for no reason and having trouble with names and directions. But I still didn\u2019t think it was a problem for me. But in hindsight \u2026 for too long, I\u2019ve been getting lost driving, having trouble keeping days straight, and difficulties with names and schedules. Still, I still felt I could handle it \u2013 \u201cIt won\u2019t get worse.\u201d But this morning, I started reading about the mid-stage of Alzheimer\u2019s, in hopes of preparing myself better, and realize I\u2019m not very far away. That is most scary! But, I have to accept it.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u2013 Elaine\u2019s letter to her \u201cdear loved ones,\u201d dated March 11, 2009<\/p>\n

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It wasn\u2019t until a few weeks ago that I really had to say, \u201cYes,\u201d I do have Alzheimer\u2019s. I had read of signs that indicate Alzheimer\u2019s, like getting overly upset for no reason and having trouble with names and directions. But I still didn\u2019t think it was a problem for me. 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