ALZ-Inspired Art

ALZ-Inspired Art

My mom spent several decades taking classes and making representational art, working in pastels, pencil, and pen. After her diagnosis with Alzheimer’s in 2007-2008, she continued drawing and coloring frequently. Around 2010, she developed a unique style that she explored in depth over the next few years. She was fascinated with people, with shapes, with
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Blanche’s Family

Blanche’s Family

Blanche has four daughters. Here’s a snap shot of the family tree and a few pics of both immediate and extended family with more to come! Please email me if you have photos to add! ~ Roxanne Barbara Striebel married to Karl Striebel Roxanne Darling with Shane Robinson Judy Dennis married to Mike Dennis; they
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Blanche and Bill – What a life!

Blanche and Bill – What a life!

Over sixty years of marriage and adventures across numerous continents, Blanche and Bill made an extraordinary life for themselves. Bill may have been the one getting most of the attention out there in the world, but make no mistake – Blanche was working hard and fulfilling her own destiny in her own ways. Please enjoy
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Independent Blanche in Pictures

Independent Blanche in Pictures

Blanche was always such an independent person who actually enjoyed time alone. Much as she loved family and friends, she was never afraid to be alone. So I thought it would be fitting to have a photo album of “just Blanche.” Please email me if you have photos to add! ~ Roxanne Click on any
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Blanche’s Angel Friends

Blanche’s Angel Friends

Blanche surrounded herself with such amazing people who loved and supported her in countless ways. She drew charming people to her, regardless of her age or theirs. You all played such an important role in her life as friends and caregivers – and who can distinguish between those two roles, actually? She loved sharing so
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