Cher Vaden
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Cher and Theresa’s Porch Swing Chat February 10, 2024 @tpippen75
This video was filmed on February 10,2024, just a few weeks before Theresa took a major downturn. In this video you’ll see a typical visit between Theresa and I. As most of you know, Theresa was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s disease at the age of 49. In this video she is less than 2 months past her 55th birthday.
She and I are laughing and carrying on as usual. We’re singing, laughing, attempting opera… hahah! The banter between us is fun and carefree. At times you’ll notice Theresa pointing at things that she sees, but there is nothing there. I agree with seeing the same as she to not make her feel as though she’s alone. You’ll notice that when we sing, she clearly knows the words and the melody. She always loves music! 🎶
At the end of this video you’ll see Theresa suddenly become disoriented. It truly was not hot this day. Even though we’re in the sun, it was not enough to cause heat exhaustion or the like.
Please enjoy this last encounter where she and I truly laughed and had fun together.
🤗❤️🙏🏻
-Cher
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  • @jessamynjacobs4044
    @jessamynjacobs4044 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So sorry for your loss. I appreciate your video because it helps me navigate seeing my friend in this condition at 63. She’s been declining for 5 years. It is heartbreaking. Hugs to you

  • @Von2968
    @Von2968 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Cher, I only came across Trey’s channel and then yours’ tonight and I know it was 6 months ago but I wanted to say that I’m so sorry for the passing of your friend Theresa. Alzheimer’s is incredibly cruel. Like watching the light of the person become dimmer and dimmer. Especially hideous when it happens at a younger age. It seems like Theresa was surrounded by love and you had a great friendship in the time you shared together. Please be gentle with yourself as I’m sure it still hits in waves at times. Sending you and all who loved her hugs. 💞🤍🕊️

  • @roadrunner2084
    @roadrunner2084 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The sadest part is the loved ones still here feeling such a loss ,but just take some comfort that she is whole now in heaven with God at peace 🙏❤

  • @BradleyCoopertest
    @BradleyCoopertest 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Theresa had a wonderful husband. I hope you can satisfy him sexually now that Theresa is gone. You go so well together and have been through a lot. Theresa would have loved that. I know you can't leave your own husband, that's why it can probably never be more than physical between you guys.

  • @NbKXStorm
    @NbKXStorm 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I agree, I hate the bee gees! RIP Theresa.

  • @lisawall9068
    @lisawall9068 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What was Theresa’s diagnosis? If it evolved, what was the most recent diagnosis? There are many types of dementia.

  • @DaveDabomb
    @DaveDabomb 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You are a good friend right up till the end. I’m going through this with my wife. She doesn’t have long to go. I’d say maybe a couple years but all of her friends who were “so-called friends” it had nothing to do with her while she’s going through this. You are truly a good friend to have stayed through this with her. God bless you and remember the good times! Dave!

  • @lindidischler1094
    @lindidischler1094 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am 52 years old living with early onset Alzheimer’s disease

  • @cathybassett6432
    @cathybassett6432 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You are the quintessential best friend. Your grief is tangled up with feelings of relief for Theresa. I can only imagine. Thank you for this video.

  • @deborahjobe7841
    @deborahjobe7841 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cher, I met Theresa at an early stage support group and on our knees embraced and in tears. I knew then she’s a special full of bright light lady. Trey was the epitome of a care partner and I am in awe of him! Their UTube channel made it very clear what a truly beautiful friend you were and are to Trey and Theresa. You brightened up hers days! I know you and Trey are hurting and I hope you truly realize how important you both are and then bearing your emotions I am sure you have and continue to help sooo many people! I wish I had called her and not let life get in the way. I think it was because I was still in denial (did not realize it) about my prognosis and made it to real. You both have made me realize that I need to be more honest with myself and spend more time with family and also help others while I can, Thank you Cher and Theresa so much for bringing me back into reality and live it to the best I can, while I am still cognizant, The Lord bestowed each of you with the highest gifts and both embraced them and stayed true to those God bless you Cher and God bless you Trey

  • @mobilehomelife4028
    @mobilehomelife4028 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I recently came across Trey and Theresa's channel, since I had been in the past following issues with Dementia (our mom) it was a suggested channel. Clearly, you are a great friend. My brother and I were 24/7 live-in caregivers for our mom for a little over three years, (dementia, passed 7/22/2021). I know how you feel and what you went through seeing the changes the disease caused in your friend Theresa. It was tough enough even though our mom was much older, it breaks my heart seeing such young people diagnosed with such a horrible disease. Trey speaks very highly of you in his videos.

  • @sandykp74
    @sandykp74 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Some people are gifts and we are fortunate when we have these people in our lives. I am certain you are one of those people. You made your friend's life better

  • @teresafraser3049
    @teresafraser3049 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So sorry for your loss 😢 The one thing that Theresa would really want to convey to you is to please CELEBRATE her life 🎉🎉🎉 She was such a precious loving soul that touched so many hearts 💕 You WILL BE TOGETHER once again so in the mean time know in your heart that her spirit is always with you 💖 She will send many signs to validate that she's always with you.

  • @maureenstokowski5848
    @maureenstokowski5848 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cher my deepest condolences to you. You are a most treasured friend. You are priceless and a wonderful human being ❤️❤️. May your memories of Theresa help you along this journey of grief knowing how much joy you gave her. One day, hour, minute at a time… Everyone should have a friend in their life with your love and compassion.

  • @christinefreche1115
    @christinefreche1115 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You are an amazing person and friend to Theresa. I am deeply sorry for your loss and wished there were words that could heal your heart. 💜

  • @catholiclife9304
    @catholiclife9304 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What an angel 😇 Teresa i know your in heaven ❤️ Trey loves you!!

  • @loridavis5699
    @loridavis5699 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I hope her daughter visited her😢

  • @catholiclife9304
    @catholiclife9304 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Its very normal to feel this way. Teresa seemed so brilliant and loving. Thats the end stages of Alzheimer's disease. They become combative because their mind is just going and they have no control. I don't think she wanted to die. But she couldn't stay trapped in her body forever. I pray. I PRAY her daughter came and spent time with her. Trey and yourself gave her unconditional love. No, 49 is unbelievable to have this Dxs. She is at peace Cher. She loved you so very very much. Shes looking down now dear heart ❤️.

  • @catholiclife9304
    @catholiclife9304 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Im so sorry. But you have been a wonderful friend. Its a brutal disease that just takes the very core of the person's soul away. She loved you. And you love her!!! You have an angel 😇 in heaven. ❤️🙏✝️

  • @catholiclife9304
    @catholiclife9304 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cher, you've been a great friend. God bless you!!!

  • @amylemoine2756
    @amylemoine2756 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am so glad you have this beautiful video memory of you and your friend. The memories are what will remain forever, long after the persons leave us. My best friend in the world needs a kidney transplant, and I’m terrified of losing her. This has inspired me to video capture us the next time we are together. Im going to live like it’s our last encounter from here on out. 🙏🏻♥️ prayers to you

  • @cribmum31
    @cribmum31 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    On the photo for this video you can just see the brightness of her eyes and the genuine smile that we never got to see.. such a beautiful woman!

  • @cribmum31
    @cribmum31 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    All three of my best friends from childhood into my 50s were gone before we were 60,, and it is so hard to lose someone you love like that,, they were sisters and suffered a chronic genetic disorder❤my thoughts are with you dear girl,, I have a friend who is no longer eating etc from Alzheimer’s,, but we are much older and at Theresa’s age,, it is so much more tragic!

  • @joannecruz3208
    @joannecruz3208 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You are a sister-friend forever. She is waiting for you with open arms ❤🙏

  • @5y77
    @5y77 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey there do you know how Trey is doing? Im worried about him 😢

  • @reneemudd-u8i
    @reneemudd-u8i 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I happened on her story and it made my heart smile. My grandmother suffered from Alzheimer’s and we took care of her. It was the hardest thing to watch what this awful disease does to someone. Praying for you, Trey, and all of those that loved her so much. And for those that may not have shown up when they should have.

  • @homebody66
    @homebody66 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cher, from someone who doesn’t have any friends I can only imagine how you are feeling. I’m glad you had each other through it all. Bless your heart❤

  • @ingridheleneharbak3353
    @ingridheleneharbak3353 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have been watching this video from Norway. I am in awe for the strenght, love and compassion you show💜I work as a volunteer in a second hand shop, that gives all the money to the work for people with dementia, and I am full of admiration for everyone who battles with these devastating illnesses! I wish all the best for you, and thank you for your ability to share your story! 💜💜💜💜💜Lots of love( from grandma, 64 years old)

  • @louise8752
    @louise8752 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful just beautiful moments of your friendship captured!!! So lucky to have had each other. She’ll always be with you in your kind, body and spirit!! Love and miss you Theresa!!

  • @motorcityjudy
    @motorcityjudy 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cher, I have been meaning to tell you this for a long time. Mostly, when our loved ones get Alzhiemer's or another dementia, their friends fade away. Maybe the people can't take watching the descent, maybe there is nothing seemingly purposeful in a 1-sided friendship (the kind you have with a person with dementia), but YOU went above and beyond and honored your friendship with Theresa by staying and engaging and helping Trey when he was challenged by this disease and her care. There is nothing, NOTHING that honors such a friendship as staying put and continuing to reach into the fog to grab something, anything, that might still be there. Or just becoming a "new" friend for someone who would like a friend. Your are a rockstar and don't ever forget (ironic dementia joke) that!

  • @margaretconnery7422
    @margaretconnery7422 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Loves last gift is REMEMBRANCE ❤

  • @FayLynch
    @FayLynch 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I lost my aunt a few weeks ago she really suffered from last September age76 it was awful you lose them twice I feel your pain 💔

    • @chervaden
      @chervaden 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’m so sorry for your loss.

  • @patriciasdollydreamz6569
    @patriciasdollydreamz6569 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m so sorry for your loss, hugs and prayers 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @cececypress7338
    @cececypress7338 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you Cher for sharing your story and your pain losing Theresa. Alzheimers separates not only the memory but many of the patient's family and friends, especially when the patient becomes combative or the loss of memory is hard for someone to understand. Thank you for standing in the gap with Trey and holding him up. May God hold you tightly and give you comfort. My condolences & sympathy.

  • @sonyagraske376
    @sonyagraske376 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My heart for you. 😢 Make it a priority to keep close to Trey. ❤

  • @cheryllawrence2743
    @cheryllawrence2743 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Cher, Sweetheart, you have been on my mind a lot. You mentioned that you believe that you cared more for Theresa than she cared for you. I know you didn’t mean that. But, if you do feel like that, think of this: Who was the second person, that had to be very special to Theresa, for her to be there until the final stage of death was coming. The loving bond and relationship that you both had, at the end, no words were needed. You understood that the time way very near. You left to give that time to Trey and Theresa!! How beautiful is that Cher? Glory to God!! Hallelujah 🙌🏼. 🙏🏼♥️🙏🏼♥️🙏🏼 ♥️♥️♥️

    • @chervaden
      @chervaden 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hi Cheryl. To clarify, I merely mean that as much as I know I meant to Theresa, she brought more joy to me than I believe I brought to her. Not that either side needs to be quantified, but that the benefits were truly mutual. 🤗 Thank you for your kindness. 🙏🏻

  • @janisrich1952
    @janisrich1952 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You are a wonderful best friend. Don’t beat yourself up about feeling sorrow, even tho you know in your heart she is laughing with Jesus right now. Grief is such a roller coaster. You have peace and then all of a sudden it slaps you. My father-in-law died of Alzheimer’s and it is such a cruel, cruel disease. I can’t even imagine it happening to someone so much younger. Every time you feel overwhelmed with grief, remember where she is. She will be in your heart forever. Prayers for all of you.

  • @rosemariebishop5472
    @rosemariebishop5472 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Cher You was a great friend to Theresa so sorry for your loss God will bless you it will take time grief is not easy stay up and take care of yourself be safe

  • @deborahdelisle35
    @deborahdelisle35 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Bless your heart Cher 💕

  • @francesthompson1324
    @francesthompson1324 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I wanted to send her something so badly. So bright that smile. May love and serenity surround you and Trey, Mrs. Cher. Treasure those lovely memories.

  • @danasherman2295
    @danasherman2295 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    ❤sweet!

  • @georginanapoles3307
    @georginanapoles3307 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Dear Cher, You are not being selfish. You are feeling the raw pain and grief of having lost your best friend. Death is very final for those left behind, and you have to mourn and cry to be able to cope. You and Theresa were very fortunate to have each other, and that very special friendship you both enjoyed.. I'm sure she felt the same way about you that you felt, having her in your life. Thank you for sharing your emotions, and Theresa's love and wonderful spirit will remain with you for the rest of your life. ❤

  • @ecppce1
    @ecppce1 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m so sorry for her passing and what you all and she had to experience. This video is precious! You have a beautiful voice!

  • @loloca
    @loloca 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So sorry for your loss! 🙏🏻

  • @wendyharmon2007
    @wendyharmon2007 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's so healing to talk this out. It's good to hear you do that. You are giving important information to those that are going through similar trials. Prayers of God's grace and peace for you at this time. Hugs and prayers.

  • @proudparrotparent815
    @proudparrotparent815 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cher, I am so sorry for the loss of your wonderful friend ,and the journey you traveled with her and Trey through this terrible desease . May God comfort strengthen and give you peace . Today I was watching a video of her and Trey dancing, she had such a beautiful smile . She really had a gem of a husband ,and Jewel of a friend in you. Death is terrible pain my youngest sister died suddenly at fifty two ,twelve years ago ,I cried so much ,for months ,went through depression, anxiety ,an panic attack .I miss her soo much ,she was my best friend an confidant ,we spoke for hours everyday ,it's like a part of me went with her . Some days I miss her and want to talk to her so BADLY,my meds doesn't even help. Death is so cruel. You will always miss Teresa, but talking about and the memories you share ,will help you through the dark days . Hugs and prayers for you and your family. G.BLESS.

  • @juliadonley5563
    @juliadonley5563 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    She was a wonderful wife and friend. I am sorry for your loss.

  • @1HeathersJourney
    @1HeathersJourney 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What an amazing friend. It’s rare for people to stick around so bless you. I’m so sorry for your loss. The disease is devastating in so many ways. My stepmom had vascular dementia and Alzheimer’s and yes was much older it was very devastating seeing the progression. It’s got to have another layer of devastation with her being so young (and makes us question our mortality) grief is a rollercoaster. A very comforting and affirming book is permission to mourn by Tom Zumba 💜

  • @evetorresola376
    @evetorresola376 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    lol. Thank you for sharing.

  • @karenaiken1673
    @karenaiken1673 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a very sweet video! Such a beautiful friendship you had with Her! God bless you both.