My book, published in the UK, 1st Feb 2018 and translated into various languages around the world …
And then published in paperback in March 2019 – on the cover a piccie I took over 30 years ago of the 2 most important people in my life
My lovely village…
Cold and frosty Humber…my birthday 2019
The reason I bought my inappropriate house – the view from my window….
My Paradise….Keswick in the Lake District…
Me, Emma from Bloomsbury and singer Craig David at the BBC Breakfast studios at the launch of my book 2018
Billy reviewing my book😻
I’d like to share this with all those who speak out just like me and with all those who have lost their ability to speak.Me! 59yrs young and living as well as I can with Alzheimers….Me – 60years young with my wonderful daughters:)You might just see me in the middle left….My wonderful village pond….no junk food bread allowed – only duck seed……All finished………our wonderful DAA garden entry at the Yorkshire Garden Festival 2016My best buddy chilling next to me….Billy waiting to play……Sunset in Blackpool 2015Blackpool tide on the turn 2015Deserted beach – except for me:) 2015“Why do I always get the smallest perch?”Might have taken me twice as long to get there but I did it – Walla Cragg summer 2015The beautiful Derwentwater at KeswickMy summer haven that was my old house in York- 2015On This Morning Aug 20th 2015 with SarahKeswick – my favourite placeTour de Yorkshire – brilliant day! 2015The village of Walkington goes all out to welcome the Tour de Yorkshire – fab day:)Beautiful Whitby coastBeautiful day in ScarboroughBilly writing his blog(!)Spring is springing in York 2015Beautiful gardens at Homestead Park, York 2015Messing about on the riverBalancing chilling BillyView after climbing 3 peaks in Yorkshire 2010View after ‘wandering’ up Cairngorm 2014The garden is my ‘chill’ area 2015
Museum Gardens, YorkSpectacular East Yorkshire coastA hidden gem: Risby Lakes, East Yorkshire
Risby Lakes, East YorkshireCalpe, Spain – 10 years ago!I was fortunate enough to witness this inspirational sightMe and my daughtersI’m looking forward to climbing Walla Crag again in the Spring and marvelling at the view of Keswick (my favourite place) – as long as I remember where it is! 2015 Derwentwater, Keswick Derwentwater, KeswickKeswick duckNeeds no introduction!
Your gallery brought back such lovely memories of places we have visited. I’m hoping that we can make some of them again one day. However Maureen often gets lost around the home and taking her out of her comfort zone is risky. Still Cleethorpe is a beautiful place to live and the beach is ten minutes walk away.
I can’t imagine anything nicer than living near a beach. I’m glad my gallery brought back memories and you’ve reminded me that I need to update it -ha!thankyou!
What a beautiful garden, the lady i look after would love it tell you the truth so would i.my client’s favorite place is when she’s in her garden, offten picking flowers for inside.Thank you for sharing 😊🌸🌹🌼🌻
You have so much here to see!! I want to ‘catch up’ with you, but if I can’t go back too far, I’ll start with Today!! Thanks SO MUCH for sharing your journey, Wendy. I look forward to what I will learn from your story!
Me again “o) Wendy, did you do your own vision board that you posted here in your gallery? I sure do like that! I have had “to do” one for myself, for far too long now, so I HOPE this has given me the OOMPH that I need! Thanks!
Hi Wendy
I just finished reading your book and it was so fascinating to read about you experiences. It was an amazing read that moved me to tears- keep on going xxx
Hi Wendy.loved your book..i work with elderly italians living with dementia and found useful strategies mentioned in your book.keep fighting .you are inspirational!!
I’ve just stfinished reading your book here in Australia. I enjoyed it very much. Just signed up to be part of a research project by the University of New South Wales named Maintain Your Brain.
Dear Wendy. Just this minute finished your book. I read it as niece of a 94 year old lady physically as fit as a fiddle with one big exception…. her dementia. Your book has answered so many questions I hadn’t quite formed in my mind about how best to interact with her. I cannot thank you enough. Your stoical attitude, frankness and clear account of days in the life of someone living with dementia have made this THE most important textbook I’m ever likely to read. I really enjoyed looking through your photos and it reminded me to take the large box of images in to Aunt Doris when I am there next. A HUGE thanks to a beautiful lady who had made a massive difference to so many. Love. Sylvia.
Dear Wendy, I am on holiday in Crete and just finished your very inspiring, wonderful book. What can I say other than as an Occupational Therapist you have given me a much better understanding into the world of Dementia than I would have ever thought possible when I was recommended the book. It’s given me lots of ideas to practice when I am working with customers and carers living with Dementia. I will defiantly be recommending your book to colleagues, friends and staff in Dementia care homes. Thank you for taking the time to write this book and spread the word on living with dementia I can only imagine how proud your two daughters must be of you. Sending you love and hugs xxx
You are an inspiration to everyone – a can do attitude – go Wendy!! Thank you for telling your story in such detail, it was a great read and certainly opened my eyes to the challenges of living with dementia. You have done so much to increase awareness of the difficulties and “magic” at times of living with this disease.
Keep on keeping on Wendy xx
Penny
Derwentwater, Keswick
Derwentwater, Keswick
It’s so fantastic for you to spend time with your daughters and family and to carry on to enjoy the beautiful countryside.Denise aged 60
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Thank you Denise:)
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I’ve looked at your very beautiful photos on here Wendy keep em coming I’m looking out xxx
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Your gallery brought back such lovely memories of places we have visited. I’m hoping that we can make some of them again one day. However Maureen often gets lost around the home and taking her out of her comfort zone is risky. Still Cleethorpe is a beautiful place to live and the beach is ten minutes walk away.
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I can’t imagine anything nicer than living near a beach. I’m glad my gallery brought back memories and you’ve reminded me that I need to update it -ha!thankyou!
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What a beautiful garden, the lady i look after would love it tell you the truth so would i.my client’s favorite place is when she’s in her garden, offten picking flowers for inside.Thank you for sharing 😊🌸🌹🌼🌻
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Thank you Lorraine😊🐝
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Fantastic photos Wendy. Have never been to your part of the U.K. It looks stunning.
Ann🙋
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Thank you Ann😊
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fabulous photos, what great memories 🙂
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You have so much here to see!! I want to ‘catch up’ with you, but if I can’t go back too far, I’ll start with Today!! Thanks SO MUCH for sharing your journey, Wendy. I look forward to what I will learn from your story!
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Thank you😊
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Thanks for sharing, Wendy….the pictures are delightful!!
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Me again “o) Wendy, did you do your own vision board that you posted here in your gallery? I sure do like that! I have had “to do” one for myself, for far too long now, so I HOPE this has given me the OOMPH that I need! Thanks!
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I enjoyed your lovely photos very much and your blog as well. Keep up the good work.
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Thank you Anne😊 You’ve reminded me I need to add some new ones!
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Hi Wendy
I just finished reading your book and it was so fascinating to read about you experiences. It was an amazing read that moved me to tears- keep on going xxx
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That’s very kind of you, thank you☺️
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Hi Wendy.loved your book..i work with elderly italians living with dementia and found useful strategies mentioned in your book.keep fighting .you are inspirational!!
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Thank you😊
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I’ve just stfinished reading your book here in Australia. I enjoyed it very much. Just signed up to be part of a research project by the University of New South Wales named Maintain Your Brain.
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Brilliant, thank you 😊 x
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Beautiful views, and you have two beautiful girls, Wendy. P.S. My two cats send a friendly tail twitch to Billy.
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😻xx
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I am feeling terrified and relieved
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Not sure what to say – sorry
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What does moderation mean,have I said too much
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I don’t know, sorry if it worried you 🤷♀️
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Dear Wendy. Just this minute finished your book. I read it as niece of a 94 year old lady physically as fit as a fiddle with one big exception…. her dementia. Your book has answered so many questions I hadn’t quite formed in my mind about how best to interact with her. I cannot thank you enough. Your stoical attitude, frankness and clear account of days in the life of someone living with dementia have made this THE most important textbook I’m ever likely to read. I really enjoyed looking through your photos and it reminded me to take the large box of images in to Aunt Doris when I am there next. A HUGE thanks to a beautiful lady who had made a massive difference to so many. Love. Sylvia.
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So kind of you, thank you and a hug to you both…🤗
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Dear Wendy, I am on holiday in Crete and just finished your very inspiring, wonderful book. What can I say other than as an Occupational Therapist you have given me a much better understanding into the world of Dementia than I would have ever thought possible when I was recommended the book. It’s given me lots of ideas to practice when I am working with customers and carers living with Dementia. I will defiantly be recommending your book to colleagues, friends and staff in Dementia care homes. Thank you for taking the time to write this book and spread the word on living with dementia I can only imagine how proud your two daughters must be of you. Sending you love and hugs xxx
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That’s so kind of you thank you 🙏 🤗 have a wonderful holiday!
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You are an inspiration to everyone – a can do attitude – go Wendy!! Thank you for telling your story in such detail, it was a great read and certainly opened my eyes to the challenges of living with dementia. You have done so much to increase awareness of the difficulties and “magic” at times of living with this disease.
Keep on keeping on Wendy xx
Penny
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So kind of you Penny thank you 🙏 x
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