So many times I'm stressed out and then something my husband says will just make me laugh. I hope you'll share some of the funny things that your loved one says or does that makes you laugh too. We need some light heart-ed stories to survive this emotional roller-coaster.Each day I'm grateful that I found this site and the wonderful people that are willing to share their experiences and things that work for them (& sometimes me!).
Here's one that made me laugh recently. He recently told me he didn't like chili, after I gave him a bowl of it. (we've been married 55 years). I said then don't eat it. He did eat it then, said it was good. Usually if I don't argue, he eats what's served and then says it's good, but I never know, what mood will hit him.
Hubby: After all these years of you making me eat "offensive" food, I think it's what made me live so long (85). I asked him what "offensive" food I made him. He replied, "Vegetables". I had to laugh & hope you do too! Start your day with a smile!!
this sounded like maybe the hardest question i would answer in my life.
mom said, " are you going to make me some soup or do i need to find something else to eat tonight ? " . of course i promptly made her a pot of soup, sour cream based just like she loved it.
she was late stage dementia and EVERY time she spoke you just hung on to your hat cause anything was possible.
it turned out to be the easiest question she ever asked. ( whew )
Mom: "There is a setting that is on that box where the air won't blow at all."
Me: "You mean OFF?"
Mom: "Yes, that's it".
Ray: what jfut sjdim?
Me: huh?
Ray: WHAT JFUT SJDIM?
Me: I didn't understand you, what did you say?
Ray: Ummmm, I can't remember, YOU KNOW I HAVE ALZHEIMER'S!
I nearly led my pants I laughed so hard, yes honey, I KNOW you have Alzheimer's...
'Twas the night before Christmas at Rock Away Rest,
and all of us seniors were looking our best.
Our glasses, how sparkly, our wrinkles, how merry;
Our punchbowl held prune juice plus three drops of sherry.
An old bed sock was taped to each walker in hope
That Santa would bring us soft candy and soap.
We surely were lucky to be there with friends,
Secure in this residence and in our Depends.
Our grandkids had sent us some Christmassy crafts,
Like angels in snowsuits and penguins on rafts.
The dental assistant had borrowed our teeth,
And from them she'd crafted a holiday wreath.
The bedpans, so shiny, all stood in a row
Reflecting our candle's magnificent glow.
Our supper so festive (the joy wouldn't stop)
Was creamy warm oatmeal with sprinkles on top.
Our salad was Jell-O, so jiggly and great,
Then puree of fruitcake was spooned on each plate.
The social director then had us play games,
Like "Where Are You Living?" and "What Are Your Names?"
Old Grandfather Cooper was feeling his oats
Proclaiming that reindeer were nothing but goats.
Our resident wand'rer was tied to her chair,
In hopes that at bedtime she still would be there.
Security lights on the new fallen snow
Made outdoors seem noon to the old folks below.
Then out on the porch there arose quite a clatter
(But we are so deaf that it just didn't matter).
A strange little fellow flew in through the door,
Then tripped on the sill and fell flat on the floor.
Twas just our director, all togged out in red.
He jiggled and chuckled and patted each head.
We knew from the way that he strutted and jived
Our social security cheques had arrived.
We sang (how we sang) in our monotone croak,
Til the clock tinkled out its soft eight-p.m. stroke.
And soon we were snuggling deep in our beds.
While nurses distributed nocturnal meds.
And so ends our Christmas at Rock-Away Rest.
fore long you'll be with us, We wish you the best!
If you would like more of these funnies there's another thread:
https://www.agingcare.com/questions/funniest-thing-aging-parent-said-to-you-152708.htm?cpage=1