Approaching the holiday season I felt it was important to look back on this past
year. Thanksgiving was always my favorite holiday, a special time to be with my family. This holiday represents an opportunity to reflect back on the year, and to embrace being grateful for what life has given me.
Was this year perfect, not filled with anything that was troublesome to me ? Absolutely not, yet as I look around at some of the other tragedies that exist in the world, I know that my life is one that has been blessed.
At moments there is a place in my heart that feels some sadness, yet I remain grateful that my mom is still able to smile, and say my name. I'm thankful that her Alzheimer's has not advanced into the state of non existence. Hearing her words that she loves me deeply warms my heart. Yes, I miss my mom as she once was, but I can also appreciate what we still can share.
In August of this year mom entered a nursing home. A place I promised myself never to send her to. If I focus on this, I might feel broken hearted. Instead I choose to celebrate, that she is still able to be here, in whatever way she can. Excepting what is left of her life is the most that I can ask for.
I think about all that I have to be thankful for, I think of my mom, my family and my dear friends. I am grateful for my "new friends" that I have met through Facebook. We are a community that share in so many ways, as we are supportive, caring and understanding to each other.
I would like to wish everyone a happy holiday and hope that you too, will be able to reflect back on some tender moments, that you were able to share with your loved ones.
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I lost my Mom to Alzheimers last year and I miss her every single day. I tried to tell myself that we lost her a few years ago when she stopped recognizing us but I was fooling myself. I just wish I could hold her hand again and kiss her cheek. Cherish every moment you can with your Mother while you can. There is no one who can replace her.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry about the loss of your mom. Your words speak so loud and true for me. I lost my dad 19 years ago and so I guess I learned from loosing him.
DeleteI am losing both my Dad and Mom to alzheimers and they quickly have gone from assisted living to the nursing home. Today, on Thanksgiving day we went to eat with them and for that time at least they acted normal. It was good and I have learned to cherish the good times and the wonderful family I grew up in!
DeleteI am so sorry to hear about your mom & dad. If you can believe in one minute of a miracle then you appreciate those fleeing moments of them being whole. I'm so touched that you could hold onto and remember some happiness of the family you have.
DeleteGod bless you as you travel this road. I lost my Mom to Alzheimers months ago and still feel a great sense of loss. Cherish all the moments you have
ReplyDeleteSharon, thank you for your kind supportive words. I am sorry to hear about your mom ,and I know that you know that I truly understand your loss.
DeleteI'm a Son taking care of my Mom but I hear you. This has been the hardest thing I have ever faced watching my Mom fade away. She is in advanced stages and barely recognizes me or even her reflection in the mirror. But I make the most of every day I have with her.
ReplyDeleteRichard I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. I'm sure that she was very proud of you. I only hope that my son, if I needed him, would be so giving and loving to me, as you are to your mom.
DeleteMerry Christmas Lisa and Happy New Year. This year has been even better for meeting with you! xxxx
ReplyDeleteDitto my sweet friend.
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