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Today we wrote out the vegetable plant labels for our allotment, and put them in place, all neatly in a row. Britain in Bloom would be proud…

The routines of daily life are important to many of us, the comforting familiarity of the rituals of a life time – and being of service to your friends. A job well done.

…is just wonderful! At the Lodge today:

Beautiful flowers, lovely fragrances, vivid colours and the feel of fresh plants in your hands. Teddy Percival for company.  It is a sensory pleasure and a service to your fellow residents who will enjoy these table decorations, and a reminder to venture outside and enjoy spring. What’s not to like ? At the Lodge today:

The truth is, he may not have enjoyed dancing before, or flower arranging, or making cup cakes. Or perhaps he did enjoy those things but did not have the opportunity. Reduction of inhibitions is sometimes associated with dementia and so people with dementia can often explore and enjoy new activities. These are not acts of regression, just an expression of living in the moment without the “normal” conventions of life, and following your passions at that time. This can of course be disconcerting for close family who have to adjust the way they view the person. But if we can let go of our expectations we will witness joy.