https://www.cardboardcutoutstandees.com/

I am thinking about getting one of these. Life size cut out of my sister.  So I can put it as display in the house. It’s really no different than when she’s really here.  Maybe I can use it as dart practice too. She doesn’t allow me to finish an argument. So, this should work. She’s not listening anyway.  

If you guys wanna get something like this for a useless relative, don’t get startled when you run into it. It’s not real and you can hide it in your closet.

I love it!   It would be nice if they do cutouts of pets, too.

Iris L

My father in law had dementia from a couple strokes and accused his wife of having an affair because he saw a man in the house. She called him on it and said show me this man! He lead her straight to the cardboard cutout of Captain America DD had gotten from the movie theatre. 

  Your sister will get credit for being there! 

I like this idea way too much! 

My brother is not only useless, he's actively destructive as we deal with our sister's AD.  Once in a blue moon he'll do something helpful and I have to work hard to not show my shock.

Good way to build up my skill at darts.

But I can tell, as usual, all this becomes about her, whenever I'm pissed and argue with her (more like snarling at her like an untamed chihuahua-following her down the street in rage as she drove away from my home).

Anyway, she wants to see dad (after 3 months not stopping by, even though she lives a few houses away from us).

I said...you go right ahead whenever you want (I promise to myself I'll be good....).

That's my point all along anyway. Spend some time with him. Feel love for him.  But I mean, really feel for him.  I guess I want too much, too idealistic.  I know I have that problem sometimes.  And I can't teach anyone anything.  It's her own heart and mind.  

He won't be here forever...I hope ;o)

kmm kmm, I mean he's cute n' all but I am getting tired.  Ahhh.....caregiving is a real B***h.

He's so cute....but...

Dear Ruth,

You have gone way over and above outstanding care for your Father. You have the right to be tired and you need lots of rest. Your Dad knows and feels the love you have for him each time you walk into his room. He knows you are there for him. Your sister may be there and give him some time but he will never feel the love you show him. Be proud and hold your head up high when your Dad passes you will know you did everything you could do. 

Just sit next to your Cute Dad, hold his hand and rest. Hugs Zetta   

Ruth

You're a sweet angel and the cardboard sister should feel guilty. (hope so)

I have to admit I feel a little jealous of her. She seems to be fine with being selfish.  It doesn't really affect her as it would me.  

I hope that when after dad is gone, I don't start looking for someone else to care for!  I need to find a new mission that has nothing to do with diapers!

:o)

(dad is winking in photo)

Hi Deb!  

No, I didn't curl it.  I usually leave him with a wild look after he's bathed.  But when the caregiver comes, she styles his hair like that. 

She's good with hair styling.  She knows how to smooth his hair and curl it nicely.  Even without hair products.  

She says that the nurse likes it too.  He's my baby.