Even on the darkest day you can find something to be thankful for. Sometimes it’s in those moments when you realize how blessed you actually are.

It’s not always sunshine and rainbows, it’s not easy, but we wake up everyday and decide to like each other. We laugh at each other, ourselves and the world around us and somehow it just works.

I have been on this Alzheimer’s journey with my family off and on since I was 16 years old. My prayer is that our family’s journey on this bumpy road ends with me, that a cure is around the corner and my children won’t have to continue walking this path.

Take care of all your memories, for you cannot relive them.-Bob Dylan

Today is all about love. But we shouldn’t limit sharing love to just one day. Life is too short, if you love someone, tell them and tell them often.

When you learn that someone close to you has Alzheimer’s, deciding when and how to tell your family and friends, especially the kids, may be difficult. Take your time, it’s okay to wait until you are emotionally ready to share this news. However, know that sharing it and asking for help can be helpful.

Making time for yourself while also caring for others seems like an impossible task. Hopefully these few simple suggestions can make it seem a little less overwhelming.

While there is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s, here are a few things that can help fight the disease. And we aren’t going down without a fight.

Instead of grand resolutions, what if we made small strides in our journey to our better selves, had grace when we stumble and instead of giving up, we kept moving forward?

It’s that time of year again, for some it’s family and laughter and games and for others it might be a little bit different. However it looks, hopefully you can find something to be thankful for.