Dementia - this is our story

[@tee_ess80]

"I'd walk through fire for that girl" "now I can't do anything" *heart breaks*

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks Tee. Great quotes that you have picked. John's love for Maureen is inspiring. Thankfully the "Best is yet to come." God bless you

[@joycedallas4262]

God bless you caring husband

[@dominiquepilon5910]

My granny was diagnosed in 2010 age 88 with alzheimer she lived t'ill age 98 yrs she passed away on her husband 100 birthday in june

[@valeenoi2284]

4 years later and he is taking care of her. There are good people in this world.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you. God bless you

[@Jinka1950]

Yes….most of the world is good people….the propagandist press covers the bad

[@judylloyd7901]

@@Messagesofhope I hope he knows that people are praying for him. God bless him. This is the kind of man the world needs!

[@Beirut27]

It's not even a matter of duty, it's a labour of love. I took care of my grandmother until, one morning, she died while I was stroking her hair

[@2HandsForHim]

Our friend went to spend every day with his wife who had Alzheimers. Someone said, "Why do you bother? She doesn't know you!" And he said, "No, but I DO know her! THAT is why I go!" I admired him so!! 🤩

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you for sharing your encouraging and inspiring story. God bless you

[@Rosemary-up1ql]

Beautiful

[@HeroInTheSun]

That pierced. So true ❤

[@Bree1809]

It's urban legend. Nothing to do with the reality of caregiver. Stop it

[@chloegilbert647]

Now this is a REAL MAN!!! God Bless you, sir. You are one of a kind.

[@Messagesofhope]

He is certainly a wonderful example of love to us all

[@stanleywheeler404]

This breaks my HEART because my Mom developed ALZHEIMER'S at age 72 ! My DEAR DAD never left her side he kept her AT HOME WITH HIM! Us kids all 5 of us helped him with Mom! She passed away 8 years later in 2015 my Dad was heartbroken! He passed away 3 years later. He always said that he couldn't wait to get to heaven to be with Mom for ETERNITY! Now they are FINALLY TOGETHER FOREVER!!! They were the BEST PARENTS!!!!

[@GlennDavey]

Real men cry for their love, it's a beautiful thing.

[@NikkieRoxxx]

All my respect

[@Messagesofhope]

@@stanleywheeler404 Thank you for sharing your heart breaking story. God bless you

[@Pandidolod]

His declarations of undying love honestly made me bawl my eyes out. Stand-up guy. That's an understatement.

[@Messagesofhope]

Brilliant! Love this. Thank you. ❤

[@SH-sg8or]

My god. To see this man’s love and devotion to his wife is inspiring.

[@Messagesofhope]

Absolutely!

[@fgfg633]

He's one in a million!

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you. John is a special man. God has given him a great love. God bless you

[@shelleyeberhart2466]

Amen

[@brightbite]

Well, what do you know... a man with a heart full of loyalty and devotion to one special woman. Did not think that even existed. There needs to be more like this man.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you. John and Maureen's love for each other is very special and a great example for us all. Thanks be to God who brought them together and keeps them together. God bless you

[@Treeann78]

I see tons of loving and supportive spouses likes this all the time. I see husband's & wives come faithfully to the nursing home to see their loved ones who are suffering from Alzheimer's and dementia. Its the best part of my Job

[@puttytat007]

My father and brother are loyal and devoted no matter how bad things are. I'm taking care of my parents. There are many people who truly love their family.

[@zimjun7]

Amen to that!!! I'd DIE for a good guy that I can respect. ( for CB isme )

[@Messagesofhope]

There are truly good men around. I'm not sure about your stats re divorce, CB isme but I wish you every blessing

[@louisedunn5330]

What a hero of a husband, and a role model for his children, grandchildren and all of us. You are in my prayers.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you.

[@ingehumphries8039]

You are an incredible man and You are right! Till death do us part. Unfortunately that doesn't mean much anymore nowadays. Stay strong and God Bless!

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you Maria. God bless you too

[@rayqueen8313]

Maria Humphries yeah god is helping them look at all the pain this causes some god that is good is like Santa or the Easter Bunny all fake

[@Messagesofhope]

Sorry that you feel that way Ray. Praying for you. God bless

[@jesuschrist736]

Messages of hope Sir I can feel the pain you hide inside you.This is the cruelest disease ever.I am dying every day because my mom is 70 and bedridden because of it.She lost my beloved father 20 years ago and since then she had the first symptoms...I believe i have her genes and i wish my husband were like you...but he is not at all!If i get sick he will be the first who will abandon me...So your wife is extremely lucky to have you!!May God help us both ....

[@Messagesofhope]

It is a cruel disease, and so hard for those who are caring for our loved ones. Praying that you feel God's love and presence in this journey and that he uses it to bless you and others.

[@marilenaamarelo2593]

This had me in tears…I lost my loving & caring husband in 2005 to cancer at the age of 54. We were married for 25 yrs. and had 3 wonderful and precious children. That was our motto, “till death do us part”. God bless!❤️🙏

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you for sharing your heartbreaking story. Knowing we are not alone is so powerful. God's peace be with you.

[@tinaalmeidam4479]

So sorry for your loss hun.

[@perrycampbell5580]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@redeemed5554]

Wow! I don't think I've ever seen such love, loyalty and devotion as this dear husband shows towards his beloved wife. It's a beautiful thing. And the icing on the cake is his faith in the One, who created him. Thank you dear sir for showing the rest of us, how to love and honor our spouse. May God's mercy and grace cover you and your dear family.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you. God bless you!

[@lindabergman3127]

@@Messagesofhope may God bless you and your precious wife n restore her memory.maju black seed oil capsules is helping restore my memory.ive been on it three months due to losing memories from sepsis.bless your precious hearts❤️🥰🙏

[@gowdsake7103]

It happens every day

[@batphink2655]

What a lovely comment,God Bless you and yours also!

[@gowdsake7103]

@@batphink2655 Sprinkles pixie dust on you and yours

[@alisag.2223]

OMG! this man made me cry he is an awesome guy... God bless!

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you Alisa. God bless you too

[@jamesdysart6944]

I cried too. Such a good man

[@teresasavage8775]

THIS IS A STORY OF SUCH TRUE LOVE, COURAGE AND INSPIRATION.!! A TRULY GREAT MAN!!

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you Teresa. He is an inspiration for us all. God bless

[@universal_wisdom3416]

Not very often you see someone as passionate as love as this man. She really scored a jackpot with him, and they’ll be together again after death.

[@Messagesofhope]

So true!

[@emmjohn714]

Bless your heart sir. You are a wonderful husband.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you Marlene for your encouragement. John is truly inspiring. God bless you too

[@cg232]

❤️ This lovely man’s love and devotion toward his wife and their wedding vows has me speechless. 💖

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you. The love God has for them is amazing.

[@ruthsharp4326]

@@Messagesofhope8 7

[@susansutherland9232]

Beautiful

[@margaretfoster4694]

True love

[@debkeller2440]

Just pray to God she'll get better just pray for her your wife she will get better just pray the Lord ask God be with you he will be with you to keep praying and the Lord Hebrews she will be with you and she'll be living with you just ask God to pray for her heal her God can hear anybody if he has some pray to God just ask God and names you please play my space in his name amen I do that every night prayer whoever is sick I always pray that will help the people heal

[@kennykenny4226]

This man still has such a young mind. He reminds me of a teenage boy the way he talks about his wife so smitten with her like puppy love ❤️ Still talks about her like he probably did when they were young

[@Messagesofhope]

Yes. He's remarkable. Thank you.

[@JaneDoe-vu1sh]

Broke my heart to see this MAN cry. The immense love he has for his wife has no measure! True love ❤️ May God care for this couple till death tear them apart...

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you Jane for your comments and encouragement. John's love for his wife is truly inspirational. God bless you

[@ernielamprell6765]

God has done nothing for me and my wife in this situation. I have asked for her to be healed in the name of Jesus, but.......nothing. some people here sympathise with the gentleman citing their experience with their parents etc., but this is incomparable to losing your life partner.

[@lindalarsson1436]

. Ernie many hear what you are saying. Sending you Love 💖 and prayers

[@ernielamprell6765]

@@lindalarsson1436 Thank you Linda and my good wishes x

[@leecowell8165]

Tough watching this, Jane. yeah been there. one's spouse is not replaceable.

[@janicemetzger6338]

I'm in tears. What a beautiful man, such a beautiful love story. And he's so handsome, too!

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks for your encouragement. Theirs is a bitter sweet story. Blessings to you

[@scarboroughrider]

Big respect to you Sir. Clearly a man and couple in love . You stay strong.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you. God bless you

[@aj529]

Oh that a Princess should have such a Prince like you. May God Bless your Life in abundance.

[@Messagesofhope]

Amen - God is at work in his life

[@whotelakecity2001]

She is more fortunate and loved than Princess Diana was.

[@jerrycourt9272]

I can relate to what you are feeling because I’m going through the exact same thing with my wife of 51 years. She can do nothing at all anymore , she doesn’t talk or dress herself or anything else. I can’t bring myself to think about a home away from me. I felt your pain as you talked about your lives together as it was quite similar to our lives and I can’t imagine life without her in it. I ask each day for the Lord to just give me one day at a time because that’s all I can handle and I can’t even do that without him to guide my every step. I sometimes set quietly crying as I watch her sleep knowing that that’s when she is the most peaceful and I know that that is really the best for her but it leaves a huge hole in my heart ♥️ where she once lived. God bless you and all that are living with this awful condition.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you for sharing your story Jerry. It is a cruel disease, and hard to watch and grieve for your loved one. Praise God that you have Him in your life to walk alongside and give you His strength and compassion. Praying for you and your wife.

[@valiaudet3415]

Is there an update please?

[@kimyoung3484]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@bonniehall3428]

Jerry join support group.

[@debbiejohnson2789]

You are another great husband, I’m so glad to now there are at least 2 of you! God bless you and your wife too !!!

[@rosannacellini2158]

I feel so bad for this sweet man, who is so loving and devoted to his wife, and feels helpless, that she will only get worse. I know this was years ago, but it still is heartbreaking to see. Bless his heart. 😥 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you for your concern. He is a true blessing to others and has such resilience and care. A truly rare quality.

[@kimpierre7977]

Beautiful that he stands by his wife

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks for his love and faithfulness, and more importantly, God's.

[@stephaniestarrett643]

It's how it should be. Til death do us part. Not ' oh if she loses her memory you can shack up with someone else'

[@bunnyrabbit581]

Omg I have been crying the entire video cause he loves his wife so much. Bless his heart, this man is one in a million

[@LutheranMedia]

Its a beautiful story of love and faith. We are so glad John was able to share his story with us all. God bless

[@Jennifr1966]

So many people say things like, "I'd do anything for you," but he proved it. To be loved like that.... it's unfathomable.

[@Messagesofhope]

So true. A very faithful, loving husband.

[@leannesmith7481]

you r the sweetest man ever..... wish I had married a man like u......

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks Leanne. John and Maureen are inspiring. Praying that you find such a man. God bless you

[@cannelle-cx1eb]

leanne smith me too...I pray GOD to send me a man like you.... ...

[@dimitylong792]

What a kind man... leaning on god is the best support💕 What a inspiration for so many of us❣ Thank you sir💞

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you Dimity for your comments and thanks. God bless you

[@jimgallagher5902]

Disagree 100%. If God was what the Bible said He is, He would have LONG AGO fixed our sinful world, and there would BE NO DEMENTIA, rape, murder, etc., etc. I say this as a Christian of many decades who is just tired of praising a God who, let us be honest, doesn't give a care or is doing a thing for humanity. Lean on your fellow humans, as THEY will support you, while God will let you die in agony, despite His "power" and Glorious love" for us.

[@-xyz-012]

@@jimgallagher5902 with respect I say to you....you may call yourself a Christian, but you do not know the Lord, as your comment says it all. I pray you will repent and truly come to the revelation knowledge of Jesus Christ, and what it means to be an obedient follower of the Lord. Read the bible with an open and true heart. God bless.

[@royghosn18]

Jim Gallagher shut up lol just say nice comment and move on np one cares about your opinions

[@GEOFF0906]

@@jimgallagher5902 I think you might be reading a different Bible. Jesus is the only true living God.

[@cableguy786]

This is true love and devotion, This story bought a tears to my eyes

[@Messagesofhope]

God's peace. Amen to true love!

[@taffybella]

I'm so impressed by your dedication to your wife. Every husband should have your heart.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you for your encouragement. God's love certainly shines through John

[@janiehalstead3581]

I was happy to hear y’all have Christ in your 💕 hearts. This will pass and you’re right. The best is yet to come. God bless you and your family. You’re a real man

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks Janie for your encouragement. God bless you and yours too!

[@sbn49ajc98]

@@gowdsake7103 Are you for real? Why the foul mouth and meanness? You've obviously been damaged by someone and you're blaming God. Check yourself before leaving comments about what you don't understand. Unbelievable. Actually I will return to this thread and report you, want you to read this before I do.

[@alessandrat8412]

SBn49 AJC don’t feed the troll. He is just that, a troll .

[@gowdsake7103]

@@alessandrat8412 Really ? who is the real Troll hmm lets see what about your imaginary friend !

[@gowdsake7103]

@@alessandrat8412 Bet the lying cow is avoiding all public places and stocking up on toilet roll. Praying for her invisible sky pixie to save her dont seem to be working does it snowflake ?

[@quantumleaper8396]

I'm crying now..he truly is in love with his wife..I've seen another man like him when I worked at a nursing home. He spoon fed her every day and he cared for her everyday..so beautiful

[@Messagesofhope]

Not everyone can do what he did. Thank you for honouring him.

[@PYDOGMATE]

I am going through the same thing with my wife. I appreciate your clear testimony of faith that God is in control and heaven is real in spite of the heartbreak you are now experiencing. This was an encouragement to me.

[@Messagesofhope]

So sorry to hear about your wife. John's testimony and faith have given strength to many. Praying that you feel God walking alongside you and giving you what you need to walk this journey. God's blessings to you

[@CharlottesWeb27]

What a man! That's real love! My heart breaks for him! :(

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you Tina. John gives a great example of Christian love. God bless you

[@aldosnow8618]

This is a beautiful story . It amazes me the love people have for one another . He’s an angel

[@Messagesofhope]

Amen!

[@nossac1]

this is the real life version of the notebook, don't you think?

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks Paul. An inspiring story of love and hope. God bless you

[@susanc7945]

Paul Casson Oh yes, been there!

[@4theloveofmyfamily411]

Thats exactly what I said the Notebook from this mans story! The best is yet to come! Made me cry. Bless his and his wife's heart and sould

[@Jennifr1966]

Precisely. Just instead of reading their story to each other, he continues to live it together with her.

[@ferark]

I’m going through this now with Mum who at the age of 93 has been in a home for two years. Shes had numerous falls and broken both hips and last week fractured her arm due to her Alzheimer’s. Just wanna say your not alone in your battle and some day your both going to back hugging each other the way it should be. My heart goes out to you mate. Stay strong.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks for sharing your story and your encouragement. Its not an easy thing to watch a loved one suffer from this cruel disease. Blessings to you

[@lindalarsson1436]

Absolutely cruel disease. His wife looked blank And him saying this could go on another 10 years!!!! Is that possible ? I am not googling my question 🥺

[@cindyking6928]

God Bless this Family! Such a big loving heart he has. This is what marriage should mean to everyone.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you. God bless you

[@Ourheartswitharts]

Love his devotion to his wife, this is beautifull and sad at the same time

[@Messagesofhope]

It's a cruel disease. But John's faithfulness, love and loyalty are inspiring to us all

[@msmnda1]

God bless this beautiful man.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you Amanda. God bless you too

[@richardwiborg4399]

John, I have been on a similar journey with my wife. Your story gives me strength. Thank you.

[@Messagesofhope]

God be with you in your journey. May he continue to strengthen you.

[@marinawilkinson5840]

What a special man. He's wonderful! I wish he was mine.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks Marina. John is a special man in a special relationship with Maureen and they are loved by God. God's love in Jesus Christ can inspire us in such powerful and committed ways. God bless you

[@arima3499]

what a beautiful moving story of what true love really is all about, she is a very lucky woman to have crossed paths with such gentle soul... what a loving man

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you Ari. Their relationship and love for each other is inspiring. Thanks be to God for bringing them together and keeping them together. God bless you!

[@jelenaninic9297]

I can't belive that there is such a man in this world. You are a treasure. Your wife is so blessed that she got you all her life.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you. God bless you

[@notefromjan]

You *are* walking through fire for her, and I love you and Maureen. I cared for my mother, then father, then husband, and was there as they took their last breath. People who tell you to ‘move on’ don’t understand the beauty of commitment and completion. It’s hard, but there is nothing on earth I would exchange for holding their hands and loving them into heaven. You are in my heart and prayers.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you for sharing your story and the precious moments with the people you love. God bless you

[@TheCumminsturbo2]

It’s so nice to see two people that love each other this much and have such strong faith god bless

[@messagesofhopenz]

Thank you for your encouragement. God bless you too

[@ahschornjesus]

What a genuinely nice man. We need more people like him.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you. God bless

[@stephaniegonzales5418]

this man is so beautiful. I love this story. thank you for sharing.

[@Messagesofhope]

You're welcome Stephanie. Please feel free to share this with people in need of inspiration from John and Maureen.

[@alistairmildred1816]

Good on you mate, everyone should have someone like you in their life. 👍

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks Alistair. We couldn't agree more :) God bless you!

[@cannelle-cx1eb]

Alistair Mildred yes and I do believe that it would be less hatred in this word cuz love is powerful love is GOD!

[@terrytezzbigtel]

What I would give to be in a relationship as loving as theirs. It’s amazing to see an example of such love ❤️

[@Messagesofhope]

SO true ❤

[@leecowell8165]

unfortunately it never happens to a lot of us... It happened to me but like a young idiot by the time I realized it it was too late. most of us are presented with opportunities but you gotta be on your game to recognize it. here's the thing.. all that she or he can say is NO. So ask anyway (and accept the result even if its the wrong answer). Remember that she or he could be thinking the same thing but you will never know unless you ask.

[@janlittle4269]

. Praying for you and your dear wife. I've lost my husband .and like you looking forward to The best is yet to come. GOD Bless and give you the strength to endure.brother.

[@LutheranMedia]

Thanks for your comments Jan. Its not an easy road, but God's blessings to you

[@marymachado5145]

I praise God for this man's life hes keeping his vows the day he got married.

[@bonetaparrish1714]

I am so inspired by your passion for and commitment to your wife, and by your faith and hope in God's unchanging care and goodness. He is faithful! Keep leaning on Him :-)

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you Boneta for your comments and encouragement. God bless you

[@wherethegreengrows]

Amen. such a wonderful loving husband. Tearing up as I type.

[@janinevanreenen9470]

Praying for this man. He is demonstrating real love. May he feel the strength of the Creator every day!

[@Messagesofhope]

Beautiful encouragement. Thank you!

[@gowdsake7103]

The one who created this horrible condition ? What a sick mind you have

[@Deba7777]

John- I'm so deeply moved by your love and commitment to Maureen! My heart goes out to you! God bless you!

[@Messagesofhope]

thanks Deb for your comments. Dementia is a cruel disease. There is a lot we don't understand, but I love it when John says that he doesn't know how someone without faith could cope. God never leaves us. He is with us in the trenches.

[@chaunawalker2578]

This Broke my heart, I love the love he has for his wife, truly blessed. That's hard to come by these days

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks for your encouraging comments Chauna. John's love, loyalty and faith are a blessing to those who witness it. God bless you

[@reinholddrygala9768]

Discaae

[@traceymarshall5868]

You are a good husband. I am just viewing this and it was posted 7 years ago. I wish you well and I truly understand.

[@MagsChase1229]

John you and your wife are amazing. Such a strong, God fearing man. You are right, "The Best is Yet to Come".

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks Mags for your encouragement. God bless you!

[@isras6702]

I cried with him. Love like this you can feel just being in it's presence. I am adding it to my playlist b/c I will miss it when the video stops...

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks for your lovely words. John's love for Maureen is really inspiring. God bless you

[@heleneimoukhuede4818]

You are a good husband and a very kind man. God bless you. My mother had dementia and gradually got more forgetful until she did not remember anyone. Eventually she forgot how to swallow! No food, no water, no spit. Three days later she forgot to wake up. She died ten years after this horrible disease got hold of her. I wish you good luck with your wife.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you for sharing your story. God bless you

[@marilyncatalano6478]

Oh God. I could no more do that then fly to the moon....... What a WONDERFUL Man, what a wonderful husband. If only.......

[@LutheranMedia]

John's faith, love and loyalty are inspirational

[@haylihill-brown7271]

made me cry... he's such a strong, devoted man. my mom is in the early stages of Alzheimer's and I'm scared. I still need her there when I get married or when I have a baby, her grandchild. I need her to remember his/her name and mine too. I don't know if I can handle the day she doesn't recognize me...

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks Hayli. Sad to hear about your mum. It sounds like you have a very close relationship with her and love her very much. May God comfort and guide you both through this journey. The Dementia booklet at www.messagesofhope.org.au/dementia (near the bottom of the page) may help support you and your mum. I'm not sure where you are, but www.fightdementia.org.au is another helpful website. Thank you and the peace, love and hope of Jesus Christ be with you and your mum.

[@Jesus.purple]

Hayli Hill-Brown Put your faith in Christ and He will make a way. I lost my Dad this year, he had dementia, but Jesus didn't let it get to the point of where he didn't know me. And about 50% of his conversation was good. Ge accepted Christ in the last several months if his life. So I have peace in my sorrow and hope for a new tomorrow.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you for sharing Barbara. That is an inspiring story. God bless you

[@truthseekers5322]

Metal detox. Add copper

[@1978UA]

Hayli Hill-Brown z

[@marielhtc]

aaawwww John is a sweetheart and he melted my heart! God bless them both!

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks. God bless you too!

[@JL-iu7fk]

You'll never regret the time you spend taking care of your loved ones no matter how hard it gets! THIS MAN IS WHAT YOU CALL A REAL MAN! REAL LOVE!

[@Messagesofhope]

Life is really all about relationships. That is what matters, and that is what Jesus was interested in. Blessings to you

[@janr.1077]

I work in long-term care n I'm always inspired when I see this dedication between marriage partners even when the one no longer recognizes the other. God will bless that, I am sure!

[@LutheranMedia]

thank you Jan for your encouragement. John and Maureen's story is a sad and beautiful one. blessings to you

[@WindAndWhimDesigns]

My mom had a massive stroke at 69 and came out of it with dementia. The most kindest, caring and independent woman now needed help. My dad was also a congestive heart failure patient so he was too weak to take care of her. Thankfully, I lived across the street. I was both of their caregivers. I did it all from doctor calls, testing, medication, bringing over breakfast lunch and dinners, changing depends, bathing, etc. My son & my boyfriend helped too but my brother who lives 5 mins away wanted nothing to do with them. I don’t understand why and I probably never will. It was hard but I always kept a smile on my face around them and cried so deeply when I was alone. We made memories with videos, played games to strengthen her brain, went for rides & sang a lot. I lost mom on July 17th of 2019 and then dad 12 days later. It was hard and still is but if I had to do it all over again, I would. I loved them so much and still do. Memories are all I have now but they help get me through the day. God bless you sir 🙏🥺♥️

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you for sharing your story. What a treasure you are and were for your family. God be praised for your gift of sacrifice! Our hearts break for you and your journey. May God surround you with peace and assurance of his love. He must be so proud of you! It takes a very special person to commit their lives as you have. Thank you!

[@WindAndWhimDesigns]

@@Messagesofhope thank you for your kind words and allowing me to share my story. God bless!

[@mfar3016]

What a gem this man is! Loyal to the end! Please grant him, & others like him, peace & comfort.

[@Messagesofhope]

Amen! God's peace be with you too.

[@ssanchez7195]

Dear Sir... you are a Saint. What a magnificent heart you have. GOD BLESS YOU and your sweet wife.

[@Messagesofhope]

God's blessings to you too. God gives us the strength

[@ssanchez7195]

AMEN🙏🏽

[@anonymouswife1616]

I cried so much with this wonderful man's story of love. My husband has been my sole care taker for the past 2 years. I'm at home in a hospital bed unable to get up at all. He helps me bath, and bm in bed, w which is so very hard to do ly lying down. He cooks, cleans and shops. However, for the past 5 months he can't remember so many things and it is progressing so fast, I don't have anyone that could help us. I cry every day that I can't help him, but I can't even help me. I don't want him taken away from me. He has spirts of anger and it's very hard to live every day not knowing if it's our last together. We are living on social security and it's very low amount. Medicare is terrible. They won't pay for the necessities. We will be married 36 years in a couple weeks and never have been apart. He has always taken care of me and it's so scary. Nursing homes are soooooo terrible and also dementia places are slums. I don't want him to be miss treated. And I have no one to live in our apartment with us. I pray for that man to stay healthy and able to visit his wife always. God bless him.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you for sharing your story. What a blessing to be married for so many years, but so sad to hear your struggles. We pray you may find the help and support you need. With many people suffering and in need of care, it's heartbreaking to hear.

[@Messagesofhope]

God bless you and surround you with his love and care.

[@mar12fran34]

Share this message! You are one amazing gentleman! God is blessing, Trust in the Lord with all heart and lean not on your own understanding-- God bless you & your beautiful wife.

[@Messagesofhope]

Amen

[@couchna]

Yes, you are doing more than walking on fire, you are loving her...You are a great man💞

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks so much for your encouragement. Blessings to you

[@willow9526]

Big big respect for this man, who knows real love and is living real love!!!!! So seldom nowadays! Wish him and her all the best and strongness.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you for your support and encouragement. God bless you

[@tornadod23]

What a beautiful love story! Wishing it was under different circumstances for you both... ❤ Hugs!

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you Katie. Thank you for sharing. That is our prayer too. God bless you

[@IamwhoIam79]

What an unbelievable man! Just a wonderful person!

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks for your encouragement. God's blessings to you

[@hummingbird9221]

My husband and I will be married 49 years in November. We've been through so much together...just kids when we married..I was 18 and he was 21. My deepest respect, Sir. You do have the Blessed assurance that you'll be together...whole again.

[@Messagesofhope]

What a blessing to share life together for nearly 49 years. May God continue to bless you in your marriage. Thank you for your encouragement.

[@pollacksharman0147]

Hello how're you doing hope you're safe due to the covid 19 pandemic?

[@KJ-tj6te]

Wow! What a precious & loving man. Prayers!

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you Karen for your prayers. Greatly appreciated. God bless you

[@slade2372]

I have cared for many a patient with dementia. The hardest part of that is seeing the pain it brings the families. I cried for this guy. Losing the love of your life to dementia is cruel and hard. God bless this man!!

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you for sharing your heartfelt story. Caring for people going through this is very difficult but greatly appreciated. Thank you! God bless you too

[@sheilasansing7986]

My mother is in the last stages of dementia. I feel your pain. Thank you for sharing your story. God bless you

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you Sheila for sharing your heartbreaking story. Praying for you and your mum. God bless you both too

[@howtofusch5611]

I hope they told him, that she will always love him too, even when she was forgetting everything but her feelings never forget! Thanks to this guy....he is/was a great guy

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks for your insights and encouragement. And God never forgets too.

[@mindismith9082]

You are an amazing man, John. Thank you for this beautiful video. I was my Dad's caregiver through this. It was heartbreaking thinking of the people who aren't with loved ones as they suffer. Your wife is very blessed to have you.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanking God for you as you cared for your Dad. God bless you.

[@ginaverdi6101]

What a incredible man ! Till death do us part! That's true love!❤️

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you. God bless

[@notimeforb.s7499]

Poor bloke ,Hope I meet somebody that loves me as much as he loves his wife !!!

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks for sharing. We pray that you find someone! God bless you

[@cherylbaker3353]

To find a man to love me just half that much He is such a godly beautiful man💜 filled with passion and so much love

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you and God bless you

[@Suzi195]

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[@camrynpaige7200]

What an absolutely astounding man this is. He is so strong and it's beautiful that he continued to love her through all of this.

[@Messagesofhope]

So true! Bless you. ❤❤

[@naelyneurkopfen9741]

What a wonderful soul! This is what a MAN is meant to be! She must have been just as fine a WOMAN. Bless them both.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you Naelyn. John and Maureen are inspirational and great role models for us all. Thank you and God bless you

[@sissyrayself7508]

She's still a fine woman, just changed.. but she's not less wonderful because she got I'll.

[@GoldNGhostsParanormal]

God bless you both - true soulmates, a love so rare these days. This reminds me of my beloved Grandparents who both went through the same with Parkinson's dementia. Old school, they stuck together until the end. Oh, for a love like that. John, you are an inspiration to love, honour and care, the way it should be. I've recently been diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson's & have cognitive decline already - but it's a road I have to be prepared to travel alone. Thank you for sharing your tragic but beautiful story. May a cure for this dreadful disease be found soon and awareness raised that Parkinson's doesn't "just" affect older people - it can manifest in one's teens. I was 31 when first symptoms appeared. Blessings to all.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you Pixi St. Clair for your encouragement and sharing your journey. Sad to hear about your illness. Thank you for raising it and making us aware of it - especially that it also affects young people. May God comfort and guide you through this and remind you daily that you are not alone. God loves you and is with you always! We are praying for you and that a cure be found. Please feel free to go to www.messagesofhope.org.au/dementia for more inspiring videos and a free booklet at the bottom of that page. God bless you

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you for sharing your story. That sounds like a difficult journey. You are in our prayers! With God, you are never alone. God bless you

[@winnifredspencer9384]

Here is an email address that you can write to... Its a Research Group, that have developed an effective treatment for Parkinsons, that has great promises to be possibly a cure.... [e-mail] We would be delighted to assist you to reverse these symptoms of Parkinson's. We are located in Toronto.

[@linhaton4957]

Caring for my husband now. You are my inspiration. It can be lonely.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you for sharing your story. Praying for you and your husband. God bless

[@gwynethgrove772]

Lovely man, hope he’s getting plenty of support.

[@Messagesofhope]

He has his family around him. He is a strong man of faith, and a blessing to all

[@KristiLEvans1]

Messages of hope that is clearly true! I saw a six minute video of him, and he’s already had an impact on me. God bless this wonderful man.

[@ruthsharp4326]

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[@lesliegraff3136]

What PASSION he has for her❤️

[@messagesofhopenz]

Thank you. God's love certainly shines through him

[@shellykirschenbauer7156]

God Bless you,sweet man. May God take care of you &yours ,in the years to come. Keep those wonderful memories alive &let them help be your strength &courage.

[@Messagesofhope]

God bless you! Thank you for your kind words.

[@danielpaulschreber2060]

Bless this wonderful man and his wife. I want to believe they'll be together in what comes after this life, whole again.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you. God bless you too

[@kams7170]

I just want to give this gentleman a big hug. My Mom has Alzheimer's and it hasn't been easy. Thank goodness for support my sister, of family, friends and Alzheimers Association.❤

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks for sharing - its not easy, and its important to have support when you are caring for someone with this cruel disease. God bless you

[@kams7170]

@@Messagesofhope thank you. I needed that today🙂

[@sweetpea2839]

This is a man I admire. Loves his wife. He is truly a husband

[@Messagesofhope]

Amen!

[@lolamagenta]

I know this is 4 years old but I had to say that I admire your love and dedication. As you say, you are married and there is nothing but to be with her until death do you part. It is good you have faith. Bless you both.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks Ana for your comments. John's faith, love and loyalty are what keeps him going. I'm not sure if you have seen the update - but we caught up with John again earlier this year - you can watch it here kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKTbpGp6mL5-Z5I

[@GG-py9vp]

We are going through the same thing but my husband is at an earlier stage. We often say that as long as we have today and we have each other, we are okay. It is a heartbreaking and devastating disease and so difficult to cope with sometimes. But we’ve been together more than fifty years and if I could magically go back 50 years and know that he would end up with dementia, I would marry him anyway. He is and always will be the love of my life.

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you for sharing your story. God's peace be with you in your journey together. May the special moments you share be treasured. Praying for you.

[@tessiewallace3897]

Bless you..Your are a sweetheart..Bless You Both...Big Hugs..💖😇💕🙏♥️😇

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you. God bless you.

[@amyorourke1957]

What an amazing man! your an inspiration to us all!

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you Amy for your comments and encouragement. God bless you. Feel free to share John and Maureen's story with other in need of inspiration and encouragement.

[@jeanettemccloud1161]

Beautiful man, amazing relationship. They’ve shared the best life has to offer, not many have a love story like theirs!

[@Messagesofhope]

Thanks for your encouraging comments Jeanette. John's love, loyalty and faith are inspiring. God bless you

[@ednasole854]

God bless you sir I looked after my dad it's not easy

[@Messagesofhope]

Thank you for sharing. God bless you

[@shirleymoore2645]

What a blessing to hear a man express his love and commitment to his wife and the best thing they know Christ

[@Messagesofhope]

Amen!