“I’ll have the chicken chest, please.” – Seven Alzheimer’s Blessings“, By Heather Kulyk McDonald

“I’ll have the chicken chest, please.” – Seven Alzheimer’s Blessings

Heather Kulyk McDonald for the “Elephant Journal”

A year ago, one week before Mother’s Day, I met my friend Tessa and her 90-year-old mother Trixie for dinner at the seniors’ home where Trixie lives.  Trixie began to exhibit Alzheimer’s symptoms eight years ago and now her short-term memory is pretty well gone.   But her fun-loving personality and sharp wit remain, and that’s why she’s such a joy to visit.

Placing her order with the dining room server, Trixie said:

“I’ll have the chicken chest, please.”

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This article is written by Heather Kulyk McDonald who is a member of the Jewish community here in Vancouver.
Heather says that she wrote the article to help people who are currently experiencing the heartbreak of Alzheimer’s illness and to develop a new perspective on what is often a shattering life situation.