discussion Hi all back .

[John Race]

Well, as sad as it was, Christine has gone into a care home as her Alzheimer's has become worse. It was only yesterday, a month since she went in, that I felt I wanted to model again.
Have decided to do the T34 that I had primed as a diorama, showing it had run off a bridge. Might be a slow diorama.

John

 

[kacitgirl]

welcome back

 

[pjgtech]

Ah sad news mate, modelling can help though, even if it just gives you time to de-stress, relax, focus on summit else for while, etc.
Had to watch my Dad go into care (Vascular Dimentia) bless him, but it was best for him at the time.
Wishing you all the best....
Cheers

 

[Lee Drennen]

Well, as sad as it was

John I’m so sorry she’s in my prayers as well as you are. Hope going back to building models will comfort you some.

 

[flyjoe180]

Welcome back John. Hoping you are doing okay; it sounds like Christine will be getting the appropriate care she needs, as hard a decision as that may have been for you.

The T34 sounds good, I look forward to seeing your build.

 

[Jim R]

So very sad. My thoughts are with you both. It's good to have friends around you when times are bad and we, on the forum, are your friends.
As always I look forward to seeing another brilliant dio of yours coming together.

 

[Neil Merryweather]

Welcome back John, you're in my thoughts

 

[Airborne01]

Welcome back mate, let's hope the model-making has the capacity for some diversion and catharsis.
Steve

 

[stillp]

Sorry to hear that Christine's illness has worsened but I suppose that's inevitable for that horrible disease. A care home is probably the best place for her now.
Good to hear you're back modelling.
Pete

 

[Valeron]

Welcome back John. Thoughts are with you and Christine

 

[Tim Marlow]

You have my profound sympathy John. As hard as it so obviously has been, it is better for you both long term. The stress involved in 24/7 caring on your own would have done both your mental and physical health serious damage. At least now you know she is safe, warm, and cared for when you aren’t there. Stay strong buddy

 

[peter.collins443]

Welcome back

 

[John Race]

Thank you all very much; it's been a very hard time as you can imagine. Changed the downstairs round as the wood burner was in the front room and we were in the back, and it set my sciatic nerve off , at least now I have some strong medication
Off to sort out the D/D for her care. This getting old sucks !

 

[Geoffers]

Glad your back at the bench John.

Hopefully it will provide a bit of a diversion for you

Geoff.

 

[BattleshipBob]

Delighted to see you back John!

 

[John Race]

It's a great comfort to have so many replies. Thank you so much. I see my friend Bob has posted as well; the email will be on the way
Have sorted out the finances for Christine's care with great help from a lady at Santandare. Once that is done, I can get back to the bench.
John

 

[Stefee]

Sorry to hear about your wife, had the same with my Dad and, as hard as it is, it's for the best.
Looking forward to whatever you build whenever you build it.
Take care of yourself.

 

[scottie3158]

Sorry to hear about Christine, John but I know exactly what you were going through. My thoughts are with you both.

 

[Nicko]

Heartbreaking John. Can't begin to imagine how difficult it must be. Thinking of you both.

Nick

 

[Mini Me]

Take care old friend and know you are in our prayers....give my best to HRH.

Rick