Well, the votes are in...Flossie officially has a theme song! The winner is RESPECT by Aretha Franklin. Check out the video at Aretha Franklin - R E S P E C T on You Tube or Blog Section titled Flossie's Theme Song.
This song epitomize my grandmother. She is very strong willed and determined at all times to be respected. By no means does she lack backbone - when Muddear was younger she was willing to fight for what she believed to be right as wells as to get her way. Dementia has not changed that aspect of her personality! At the same time, Muddear exhibits kindness and compassion. There are times when I may share a situation with Muddear that has frustrated me and you know, she is quick to side with and encourage me. No different than some of my best girlfriends.
Whenever you play this video or listen to the song, I hope you think of Flossie. I know I will...
Showing posts with label theme song. Show all posts
Showing posts with label theme song. Show all posts
Friday, June 1, 2007
Saturday, May 19, 2007
Friends
We leave for Barbados at the crack of dawn. I am 95% packed and ready to go with only a few things to do around the house. Muddear checked into Brookwood Retirement Community yesterday and we finalized all arrangements for the kids. This may be my last post until we return from vacation - I will not have Muddear around to inspire me!
However, today's inspiration has come from my friends. Everyone knows that I worry about Muddear when she has to go to a respite stay. Some stays have been good and some bad. (Monday, December 18, 2006 When Respite Stays Go Bad! )Typically, Muddear’s respite stays last no more than two or three days, unless of course we are on vacation. This stay will last 11 days. I cannot imagine how she must feel - uprooted from the place she calls home because no one will be there to care for her and not being able to care for herself. I have to stop, I may cry and this post was not supposed to be sad. As I said before, my inspiration has come from my friends.
I do not have very many and am thankful for the ones I do have. Pamela and Julia, I thank you in advance for checking in on Muddear while we are gone. Your kindness speaks volumes about your character – I am blessed to know you and your visit will bless Muddear. Even a short visit will boost her spirits, because Muddear loves visitors! She also loves anything sweet, fried chicken, and potato chips, so if you bring her a snack you will make her day a brighter one. I can see her now...becoming short of breath because she is excited. Please remember every detail for me. Let me know if she remembered you; did she talk to you; were you able to make her laugh and if so, about what. Help me experience the visit through your eyes.
One thing to remember, make sure you tell her you are friends with Mike and I. We do not want her thinking you are a dangerous stranger. As if either of you look dangerous, but with Muddear, anything is possible.
I am looking forward to getting much needed rest and relaxation. Talk to you next week...
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Do not forget to enter your choice for Flossie's them song. See Blog entry dated Monday, April 30, 2007, titled Theme Song for details or Blog entry dated Saturday, May 5, 2007, titled Theme Song - Week 1 for preliminary results.
However, today's inspiration has come from my friends. Everyone knows that I worry about Muddear when she has to go to a respite stay. Some stays have been good and some bad. (Monday, December 18, 2006 When Respite Stays Go Bad! )Typically, Muddear’s respite stays last no more than two or three days, unless of course we are on vacation. This stay will last 11 days. I cannot imagine how she must feel - uprooted from the place she calls home because no one will be there to care for her and not being able to care for herself. I have to stop, I may cry and this post was not supposed to be sad. As I said before, my inspiration has come from my friends.
I do not have very many and am thankful for the ones I do have. Pamela and Julia, I thank you in advance for checking in on Muddear while we are gone. Your kindness speaks volumes about your character – I am blessed to know you and your visit will bless Muddear. Even a short visit will boost her spirits, because Muddear loves visitors! She also loves anything sweet, fried chicken, and potato chips, so if you bring her a snack you will make her day a brighter one. I can see her now...becoming short of breath because she is excited. Please remember every detail for me. Let me know if she remembered you; did she talk to you; were you able to make her laugh and if so, about what. Help me experience the visit through your eyes.
One thing to remember, make sure you tell her you are friends with Mike and I. We do not want her thinking you are a dangerous stranger. As if either of you look dangerous, but with Muddear, anything is possible.
I am looking forward to getting much needed rest and relaxation. Talk to you next week...
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Do not forget to enter your choice for Flossie's them song. See Blog entry dated Monday, April 30, 2007, titled Theme Song for details or Blog entry dated Saturday, May 5, 2007, titled Theme Song - Week 1 for preliminary results.
Saturday, May 5, 2007
Theme Song - Week 1
Blogging this week has been so much fun! Thanks to all of you who read "Dementia Thoughts." It has been a treat to read the suggestions for Flossie's Theme Song. After one week into the search for Flossie's Theme Song, the nominations are:
1. Glamorous - Fergie
2. Karma Camelion - Boy George
3. She's Crafty - The Beastie Boys
4. It's Going Down - Yung Joc
5. RESPECT - Aretha Franklin
So far, "Glamorous" by Fergie remains in the lead. You have until May 30, 2007, to pick Flossie's theme song. Just click on the Comment link below and type in your recommendation - please, no songs with offensive or vulgar language. Your recommendations will be posted on the Blog and the final song selected will have a video link. I can't wait to hear from you.
1. Glamorous - Fergie
2. Karma Camelion - Boy George
3. She's Crafty - The Beastie Boys
4. It's Going Down - Yung Joc
5. RESPECT - Aretha Franklin
So far, "Glamorous" by Fergie remains in the lead. You have until May 30, 2007, to pick Flossie's theme song. Just click on the Comment link below and type in your recommendation - please, no songs with offensive or vulgar language. Your recommendations will be posted on the Blog and the final song selected will have a video link. I can't wait to hear from you.
Monday, April 30, 2007
Theme Song
I have been approached by several people and told that Flossie needs a theme song! I was tickled pink! For those of you who were "Ally McBeal" fans from 1997 to 2002 you will understand. Think back for a moment...The Biscuit and Barry White...need I say more? Reminisce with "Ally McBeal" and click on the link below to enjoy the Biscuit's theme song; you will laugh out loud! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lFxbuxOcFL8 Okay...I digress.
To date, I have received several votes for "Glamorous" by Fergie to be Flossie's official theme song. Please submit your suggestions by May 30, 2007. Just click on the Comment link below and type in your recommendation - please, no songs with offensive or vulgar language. Your recommendations will be posted on the Blog and the final song selected will have a video link.
I can't wait to hear from you.
To date, I have received several votes for "Glamorous" by Fergie to be Flossie's official theme song. Please submit your suggestions by May 30, 2007. Just click on the Comment link below and type in your recommendation - please, no songs with offensive or vulgar language. Your recommendations will be posted on the Blog and the final song selected will have a video link.
I can't wait to hear from you.
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