I found Mr Otis

[gordiesgirl]

Most of you know I work at a residential facility for elderly with alzeimers.
Well some cases are real sad. Today I learned alot from one man. Mr Otis has been with us for a month. Now he never really says much, Thank you after meals etc... Tonight I took five residents out for supper and to a patriotic concert in Hopelands Gardens. Mr Otis was very quiet as usual during supper I talked their ears off about going to the beach, Metal detecting, and Gordons recovery. We got to the concert and after a few songs I noticed Mr. Otis was singing along to the songs. I went to him and asked if he was having a good time. He told me that he was having a great time and he asked me one question. He said you really care don't you. of course I do. He cryed during the salute to soldiers and I cried with him. We held hands and sang along to the National Anthem. On the way home he shared stories about his days in the Army. When we got back to the facility the other workers noticed the change in him.
I realized that some people feel all alone in this world and a gentle hello or the touch of your hand goes along way.
I know this has nothing to do with Metal detecting but I had to share this with you.
I found a treasure at work. I found Mr Otis

[dooby]

Oh man did you hit home, Alzheimer's is a terrible disease, I watched it take away my grandmother, she could remember me as a child but couldn't pick me out of a crowd as an adult ................

God bless you ................

[julieburger]

What an amazing heart that you have. So many people are lonely and feel forgotten. It is a wonderful thing to make them feel important again.

[Kentfb]

You really made a difference for him. Our old are so many times forgotten. You did a wonderful thing.

[JCWhite]

Thanks for your kindness and caring. This old soldier appreciates it and I know Otis did as well.

[riki727]

Very difficult job...you're obviously a very amazing, caring woman and I thank you for sharing this story. Though you are correct that this forum is about metal detecting...I think the greatest treasures to be found are right here on this forum...our members!!

[pris]

Please tell Mr. Otis that he matters to us and that we all appreciate his service to our country. You really had me weeping. He must have felt so alone until you came along and showed human warmth.

Thanks for all you do.

[anne]

You are amazing

[EPC Guy]

Thanks for sharing that with us...this is exactly the kind of thing we need to be made aware of from time to time - to keep us focused and grateful for the blessings that God gives us in life...and to keep in mind that we should never become too busy or self-centered that we forget that there are others who need us...don't apologize for the posting - keep on posting!

[turnerscc]

Great story... It goes to show you that there are a lot of kind people out there.

I got a little misty myself. BRAVO!