On November 13, 2010 I gladly became the primary caregiver of my mother. She has Lewy Body Dementia, the second most common memory loss condition after Alzhiemers. I knew nothing about Lewy Body Dementia until I brought Mom to Indiana to live with me. My mother is a resident at the Waters of Covington, a rehabilitation center near our home. I would like to have her live with us but her care is more then one person can provide. The staff at the Waters fell in love with Mom immediately. She may be losing her memory and her ability to care for herself but she hasn't lost her sense of humor or her gentle grace. This blog is meant to be a journal of our days together.



On May 15, 2011 My Mother peacefully and fearlessly passed into the here after. Now I journey alone, yet not alone. I have a lifetime of memories.




Thursday, March 10, 2011

Burial Arrangements

I have been in touch with the funeral home in Minnesota. I have discovered that Mom owns a burial plot there. Who would have thought that information would make me feel relieved. They have also offered to come and get her when the time comes and to help me arrange her service. I feel guilty talking to them or making any plans. But I can't stop. I NEED to have everything in order before hand. Once I have these decisions made I am hoping I can concentrate on Mom.




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  1. Kathy LowreyMarch 12, 2011 at 11:02 AM

    Oh Linda :(

    Why feel guilty taking care of business for something that is going to happen to all of us at one time or another?
    Did you feel guilty buying life insurance, car insurance or health insurance?
    I understand the uncomfortableness of it but unnecessary guilt is something you don't need to carry around with you. Heavens you have SO much to deal with already.

    Appreciate yourself for the insight to care for the necessities. You're doing a great job :)

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