Category Archives: poems

Alzheimers “Poems That Come to Mind” booksigning and chat

Posted on February 27, 2013 by moonbridgebooks

This Saturday afternoon, March 2nd from 2:00-4:00 p.m., I’ll be at the charming Webster Groves Bookshop (the little bookshop on the corner) to chat with visitors about Alzheimer’s caregiving and to pass out hugs – both Hershey’s and real live ones. … Continue reading →

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The Poetry of Alzheimers

Posted on February 13, 2013 by moonbridgebooks

Most people wouldn’t think poetry and Alzheimer’s disease go together. Alzheimer’s is a tragedy. Poetry is beautiful. Poems That Come to Mind, however finds the beauty and the tragedy. Alzheimer victims may not know their families and friends, they may … Continue reading →

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Loss of a loved one, finding poetry in caregiving

Posted on November 21, 2012 by moonbridgebooks

It is over. It is ironic that I wrote about my recent first experience with Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) for my last blog post. I love the meaning behind this Mexican holiday of honoring those who … Continue reading →

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