Eating

She doesn't like eating, so you should feed her when she least expects it, like when she is looking out the window or reading a book. You must take her by surprise by quietly coming up from behind, quickly pressing the fork through her lips into her mouth. When the food touches her tongue, she'll be forced to taste it, and she'll start to realize her hunger that way. But if she doesn't take the fork and start to feed herself, you should continue to feed her until she turns her head away.


Daily activities

She will always be best when you can be with her, but there are days you'll need to go to work and leave her home alone. When you're gone, she'll feel better if she has things to do to pass the time. Simpler things, in general, are better for her. Suggest she read a magazine or her favorite book, and if it's nice weather, she can walk around the block. Every day write out new lists of suggestions, and put the date on top, even if the activities don't change from day to day. Tape these lists in places where she can't miss seeing them, like on the wall next to her pillow or above the bathroom sink.


Day trips and excursions

If you want to take her out for the day or on a longer excursion, you should decide where to go and then just bring her there. You shouldn't tell her where you are going or how long the trip will be, because any kind of discussion will make it less likely she will go. In the morning of the trip, simply tell her it is time to leave and then give her a bag you've packed with her things the night before. She will come along with you because she wants to be with you, and rarely, if ever, will she ask you where or why.


Serious discussions

In general, it's best to avoid speaking of anything serious, like illness, financial problems, or the death of someone you know. Whenever you must to broach this kind of subject, speak to her only using your most lighthearted voice. Begin by telling her some good news or a funny story, approaching the serious subject in the most meandering way. When you have finally arrived at the matter at hand, only briefly touch on the importance of what you need to say. Afterwards, distract her by turning on her favorite tv show, or take her out on an errand somewhere.


Touching

Since you live with her, you'll probably want to touch her, but you must be careful about exactly how you will proceed. You must first of all always ask her permission. Usually she'll make it clear she doesn't want to be touched. But now and then she'll give you permission to touch her in specific places, like on the tips of her fingers, or the outside ankles of her feet. The quality of your touching will be very important, and you should only touch her as if you're wiping crumbs off of her skin. Always restrain yourself to touching her in this practical manner, taking care it doesn't cause her any disturbance or desire.


General communication

If you have something you want to tell her, like some news of your day, it's best if you wait until night, when she's laying down in bed. Never speak to her directly, or ask for her attention, instead, lay down behind her and speak quietly into her hair. Tell your story to her in a happy, soothing voice, and don't be upset if she falls asleep before you're done. When she's asleep, cover her with blankets, and remind yourself how lucky you are to have her in your life.