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Originally Posted by CaroleLB
It was such a sad, depressing day 
We went to visit Mom who is in a sub-acute rehab facility since the stroke in March, brought her an adorable, bright colored capri set which the aides promptly dressed her in. My brother picked up Chinese takeout, I picked up Italian pastries; she ate not a bite.
It is very difficult to engage her in conversation, she confuses very easily. I can see deep in her eyes that she is trying very hard to comprehend and retain the conversation, but then she glazes over and I can see the sadness there.
We all want to have hope that she will improve but with each visit I have no choice but to accept that she's not the vibrant, active Mom she was.
I want my old Mom back. |
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Originally Posted by Babaloo
I called my Mom today
She's progressively getting worse with dementia/alzheimers but she was very lucid today.
...I constantly worry about her (and my dad) and I know she will never get better, but it was nice to have a great conversation with her.
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Dear Carole and Rick
I am so very sorry for what you must be going thru. It must be absolutely heartbreaking and I feel your pain.
Enjoy having your moms even if its just to let them know how very much you love them. You will treasure these moments.
Hugs to you both,
~Kim