Good morning, Friends!
I will just give a blanket apology for not visiting the blogs you’ve been sharing in this hop. Normally, that’s what I like to do. I’ve been unable to do that, and probably won’t for a little while. You are still welcome to share, because the other bloggers do look for interesting posts to read, and that’s the point of a blog hop, after all!
Dad has just gotten a lot worse with his health condition, and it’s going downhill every day. I actually thought we might lost him last week, but then he’s sort of bounced back a little. Still really confused and having hallucinations that seem very real to him.
Lewy Body Dementia is a terrible disease. I used to think it was uncommon, but I’ve learned that it is actually the most common type of dementia. You can learn more here about Lewy Body.
As Dad has declined, when I’m there, I’ve been trying to think about what kinds of things that will be meaningful to him. Music is the language that his mixed up mind can still relate to. He remembers all the words to the old classic hymns, and he sings along when I turn them on. I love to hear him sing.
I believe that peaceful sacred music is a balm to the tired brain. It communicates truth when the neurons for speech and language are misfiring. We have a place that remembers what we’ve learned years ago, and all the more so if it’s connected with music. Dad has always related to songs.
I’ve been playing this list of hymns for Dad, plus more hymns from Derrol Sawyer that I found on my Amazon music. Dad really has been enjoying singing along to these soothing and familiar hymns.
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Another artist that I really enjoy, and find uplifting, is Stephen J Nasby. Here are some of his playlists. I particularly like the one entitled, Covers. Not because it’s our last name, either. 😜
https://m.youtube.com/@TheNCrewEliEli/playlists
At night, I usually stick to the first list, and keep the more upbeat for the daytime. But all of these songs listed are uplifting to me.
How about you?
Does music soothe you when your mind is troubled? It sure does me!
Share if you’d like, and have a great week!
Laurie
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Love the hymn links and continued prayers for your family and dad.
Thank you 😊
Sending prayers for your dad and your family. Thanks so much for hosting. My entries are 5 and 6.
Prayers for you and yours. It’s not an easy thing to navigate when your loved ones go through things like this. Stay well. Thank you for still hosting us. XO- MaryJo
Thank you for coming and for the encouraging words
Thank you for featuring my vintage hankie ornament! Have a lovely week!
Laurie, I’m so sorry to hear that your dad is not doing well. But what a blessing that he is enjoying those beautiful old hymns that you’re playing for him. May both of you and the rest of your family enjoy His peace in abundance.
You as well. Thank you.
Laurie,
Sending prayers for your Dad and your family…
Thanks so much for hosting this delightful party each and every week!! I really appreciate the time and effort that goes into it along with visiting all the links and choosing Features!!! Thank You!! Stay safe, healthy and happy!!
Hugs,
Deb
Thanks so much.
Laurie, I continue to send prayers and healing energy your way. I have always believed in the healing power of music. I am so glad that you have these beautiful song lists to play for your father. When my husband’s grandmother was at the end of her life, I remember sitting with her and playing all of her favorite songs. She sometimes couldn’t remember my name at that point but she did know all the words to the songs. Music really is like a heavenly elixir for all sorts of healing. Beautiful post.
Shelbee
Thank you so much for sharing this. I agree.
Continuing to pray for your dad and your family, Laurie, and glad that the peaceful music of God is a healing balm for his mind!
I appreciate the prayers.