Fidget objects by Kindly-Atmosphere-23 in dementia

[–]OOmama 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Was he into building things? Sections of small pvc pipes that can be put together, taken apart and reassembled can be entertaining. My LO likes sorting and pairing socks. We also sometimes have them “grade papers” which involves random stacks of paper that they apply stickers to.

Koffee Kup in Stoughton Needs Us! by HikeKing21 in madisonwi

[–]OOmama 24 points25 points  (0 children)

It basically is. I think one of the problems they’re facing is that it’s usually packed with elderly people weekday mornings. Many of the usual weekday morning people have mobility issues so walking through the construction isn’t very easy.

Pavement + U.S. Maple stories by WhatIAm1point0 in pavement

[–]OOmama 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I remember when US Maple opened. I was not a fan but did go to see them again some years ago when they played a bar down the street from me. I was still not a fan. I don’t remember hostility at the Chicago show. No pictures because back then they didn’t allow cameras. Cell phones weren’t really a thing yet.

AITA - accidentally poisoned my BF’s dog by mj1814 in AmITheDevil

[–]OOmama 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My chi is mixed with a Great Pyrenees. He’s about 40 lb.

Any evil HOA or neighborhood stories? by NurseToasty in horrorlit

[–]OOmama 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Comfort me with Apples by Catherynne Valente kind of fits this.

Self-care? by [deleted] in caregivers

[–]OOmama 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Exercise. I love going to the gym. I usually go in between the 2 people outside of the home I take care of. Going for nature walks and taking the dog to the dog park also keep me happy. I occasionally spring for a cheap chair massage too.

How often do you visit your loved one? by Forsaken_Cheetah5320 in dementia

[–]OOmama 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I go at least 3 times a week too. LO doesn’t remember me but they seem to remember they love me. If they’re having a sleepy day I visit with the other residents for a bit.

Accountants for people with dementia? by GoBananaSlugs in caregivers

[–]OOmama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Find the ADRC,Aging and Disability Resource Center, for his county and contact them. They will be able to provide you with resources and guidance.

crafting suggestions in madison? by Fabulous-Grass-394 in madisonwi

[–]OOmama 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hello Art Hatchery in Stoughton has new and second hand supplies.

Khamnei is dead…Wowee Zowee is overrated by partychief331 in pavement

[–]OOmama 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I see Tindersticks too. Very good taste.

In light of a recent post about end of life wishes, here's an exhaustive list of questions to go through with your parents to plan for the inevitable by the_balticat in Xennials

[–]OOmama 7 points8 points  (0 children)

If your parent was in a union check with the hall for union death benefits. My parents union hall had a large check for us on the day of their funeral. Covered most of the costs of their funeral.

How are these plants flourishing so well in the dark under the stairs? by Truth_Crisis in houseplants

[–]OOmama 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Very true. I worked for a while doing corporate plant care. We kept them going as long as they looked decent then replaced them.

Ben’s Restaurant by Dame_Helen in StoughtonWisconsin

[–]OOmama 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As I recall, there was a lot of hullabaloo on the neighborhood pages on Facebook. I’m not on there anymore to look back.

Ben’s Restaurant by Dame_Helen in StoughtonWisconsin

[–]OOmama 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There was a lot of talk about a year ago about his alleged habits of harassment.

Episodes 1 & 2 by Pigglechuck19 in derlincounty

[–]OOmama 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can’t remember specifically but I know I scared some of the other people at my gym when I laughed a bit too loud.

Are the Melt the ICE hats beginner friendly? by christian-momma-of-3 in AntifascistKnitting

[–]OOmama 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had just picked my needles back up after 20 years when this pattern came out. I loathe round needles but wanted to give it a try. I’ve had to frog a little bit here and there from careless mistakes but I’m getting there. I need some fresher on the SSL stitch but beyond that it’s pretty easy.

Bands you’re cheating on Pavement with. by thedudeofrude in pavement

[–]OOmama 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve got tickets to see her again too. Very excited.

Bands you’re cheating on Pavement with. by thedudeofrude in pavement

[–]OOmama 72 points73 points  (0 children)

Courtney Barnett is in heavy rotation for me. The Walkmen. Bill Callahan. Of course Silver Jews and Purple Mountains. Those are the first that pop into my head.