Facing New Challenges
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Comment from Heather Knight
Thanks so much for sharing this with us, Jesse. I'm sorry to hear about the dementia. But may I ask? What has changed so much in one month? You seemed to be so happy together. All couples have their ups and downs.
Anyway, I wish you the best and I hope you can at least stay friends.
Sending love.xxx
reply by the author on 25-Mar-2024
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Thanks so much for sharing this with us, Jesse. I'm sorry to hear about the dementia. But may I ask? What has changed so much in one month? You seemed to be so happy together. All couples have their ups and downs.
Anyway, I wish you the best and I hope you can at least stay friends.
Sending love.xxx
Comment Written 24-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 25-Mar-2024
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I hope that we both stay friends as well.
We shall wait and see. A lot can change in a month, and so much did that we could no longer live together without the relationship turning toxic.
He will be happier living with his son and grandchildren.
Thanks for the kind review, Maria.
Jesse
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Be realistic, but don't lose hope. I've been married for thirty-four years and all relationships go through lots of ups and downs. x
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We must not race the future along but rather try to tread water while going about our business.
Comment from RJ Fuller
This is such a beautiful and heartfelt piece. I cannot imagine the trials of Dementia, but I can tell that your love is strong and real, because the best lovers are made from the best of friends. I wish you and David all the happiness in the world!
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2024
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This is such a beautiful and heartfelt piece. I cannot imagine the trials of Dementia, but I can tell that your love is strong and real, because the best lovers are made from the best of friends. I wish you and David all the happiness in the world!
Comment Written 10-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2024
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Thanks so much for the encouraging review and the six stars! David and I are happy and we appreciate your good wishes.
The best lovers are made from the best of friends is a wonderful saying and so true.
Jesse
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:) <3
Comment from Madeleine Mardis
Jesse, I love this poem! I am so glad to have read it! I was thinking, Jesse seems to be in harmony with my inner bell, and am pleased to tell you that your bravery and sincerity are shining beacons of light. And WOW, you poor thing, the struggles you must be having! Yet you sound upbeat and positive about the future! Love, Maddy
reply by the author on 02-Mar-2024
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Jesse, I love this poem! I am so glad to have read it! I was thinking, Jesse seems to be in harmony with my inner bell, and am pleased to tell you that your bravery and sincerity are shining beacons of light. And WOW, you poor thing, the struggles you must be having! Yet you sound upbeat and positive about the future! Love, Maddy
Comment Written 02-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 02-Mar-2024
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Thanks, Maddy for your positive feedback. I take it one day at a time. I appreciate your kind comments.
Take care,
Jesse
Comment from Brett Matthew West
Your two words Fan Story should be FanStory.
It is not necessary to capitalize Dementia.
Your words feel behind should be fell behind.
When facing a catastrophic ailment it is important to have a good support system in place for when one needs to, as you stated, lean on such assistance.
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2024
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Your two words Fan Story should be FanStory.
It is not necessary to capitalize Dementia.
Your words feel behind should be fell behind.
When facing a catastrophic ailment it is important to have a good support system in place for when one needs to, as you stated, lean on such assistance.
Comment Written 22-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2024
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Thank you for your honest and helpful review. One request...in the future, would you be so kind as to offer your suggestions while the post is still being promoted?
I would appreciate that very much.
Thanks for your excellent rating and review.
Jesse
Comment from teafor2
Jesse James Doty: As a heterosexual male your Love Story caused me to tear up...I now understand (both) your sympathy and empathy (if that's
possible) your remarks/comments/sentiments upon reviewing an earlier post I made for Black History Month. This was/is refreshing, brave, bold,
insightful and enlightening. I more often than not have a tendency of not reading Story, stories. I mean, I literally prefer terse & succinct writings of any and all kinds. Your heart wrenching depiction/relaying of your emotional relationship with your 'significantly' other should serve as a model/example for relationships PERIOD! I know/feel that the courage
you put into this personal/private rendering must be cathartic on so many levels. I wish you nothing but the best in your health, love & life.
Thanks for sharing "Facing New Challenges." You are a mensch! teafor2
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2024
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Jesse James Doty: As a heterosexual male your Love Story caused me to tear up...I now understand (both) your sympathy and empathy (if that's
possible) your remarks/comments/sentiments upon reviewing an earlier post I made for Black History Month. This was/is refreshing, brave, bold,
insightful and enlightening. I more often than not have a tendency of not reading Story, stories. I mean, I literally prefer terse & succinct writings of any and all kinds. Your heart wrenching depiction/relaying of your emotional relationship with your 'significantly' other should serve as a model/example for relationships PERIOD! I know/feel that the courage
you put into this personal/private rendering must be cathartic on so many levels. I wish you nothing but the best in your health, love & life.
Thanks for sharing "Facing New Challenges." You are a mensch! teafor2
Comment Written 14-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2024
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Thank you for the great compliments and six stars. Your positive reinforcement of my attitude toward life gives me hope for the future. Thanks for the honor of being called a mensch!
Your good wishes are appreciated immensely.
Jesse
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You are more than welcome. Your faith,
our prayers & your partner/best friend
will help you through the somber times. teafor2
Comment from ExperiencingLiphe
This is everything a person can want from their other half. It doesn't matter what gender they are. As long as you love each other, can help be there for each other, etc. That's all that matters. I'm sorry your time together was cut so short, however, I do hope you can enjoy the time you have with each other now. My heart breaks for you but I am so happy you found him and you had time to make memories.
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2024
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This is everything a person can want from their other half. It doesn't matter what gender they are. As long as you love each other, can help be there for each other, etc. That's all that matters. I'm sorry your time together was cut so short, however, I do hope you can enjoy the time you have with each other now. My heart breaks for you but I am so happy you found him and you had time to make memories.
Comment Written 14-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2024
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We still have plenty of time to make memories. Our lives are not cut short. The emphasis is on the present and how we share our time. Together, our love can break barriers.
Thanks for the positive feedback.
Take care,
Jesse
Comment from dragonpoet
Hi Jessie,
This is a well written essay. Thanks for being brave enough to come out.
It is who you are and I am glad you are happy. I am sorry to hear of the dementia descending of both of you. You will help each other. I hope your writing helps too.
Keep writing and stay healthy for many more years
Have a great rest of the week.
Joan
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2024
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Hi Jessie,
This is a well written essay. Thanks for being brave enough to come out.
It is who you are and I am glad you are happy. I am sorry to hear of the dementia descending of both of you. You will help each other. I hope your writing helps too.
Keep writing and stay healthy for many more years
Have a great rest of the week.
Joan
Comment Written 14-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2024
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Good morning, Joan.
Thanks for the confidence boost.
David and I are happy. Our love will help us in the fight against the disease dementia.
We will stay healthy for many years to come.
Jesse
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No problem, Jesse.
Joan
Comment from lyenochka
Hi Jesse! I'm sorry to hear about the possible dementia for you both. I always thought your love for David sounded very deep. I thought you mentioned that other woman caregiver as your love just before your surgery but I'm glad you can be honest with us. Please keep writing and keep us posted because dementia is a possibility for all of us as we age and the more we can share, the more we can help each other.
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2024
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Hi Jesse! I'm sorry to hear about the possible dementia for you both. I always thought your love for David sounded very deep. I thought you mentioned that other woman caregiver as your love just before your surgery but I'm glad you can be honest with us. Please keep writing and keep us posted because dementia is a possibility for all of us as we age and the more we can share, the more we can help each other.
Comment Written 14-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2024
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Yes, I agree. We need to share our journeys through life as we deal with diseases such as Dementia. Thanks for your positive feedback.
Take good care of yourself.
Jesse
Comment from Brenda Strauser
I enjoyed reading this. Your words show your true love for David. Dementia is a horrible disease. My dad had it and didn't even know us in the end. This story is well written. Very good job
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2024
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I enjoyed reading this. Your words show your true love for David. Dementia is a horrible disease. My dad had it and didn't even know us in the end. This story is well written. Very good job
Comment Written 14-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 14-Feb-2024
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Thanks for sharing about your father, who suffered from Dementia. It does sound horrendous to have him not even know who you are at the end of his life. My condolences for your loss.
David and I have each other and together we will fight head-on to the finish.
Thanks for the positive feedback.
Jesse
Comment from Iza Deleanu
This is so bold to call it as it is. Love and he health challenges that can put your relationship to a trial. Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings.
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2024
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This is so bold to call it as it is. Love and he health challenges that can put your relationship to a trial. Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings.
Comment Written 13-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 15-Feb-2024
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Thanks for your encouraging and positive feedback.
Jesse