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.




Sunday, May 15, 2011

It's Over

Mom died this morning. I am numb.


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2 comments:

  1. Kathy LowreyMay 16, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    Oh Linda,

    Free from the grasp of a horrid disease.
    How quickly she passed into the arms of Jesus.
    What a great mercy. {{{hugs}}}

    Grieve now.
    You are a wonderful daughter and awesome caregiver. God has special jewels for your crown.
    Walk away from this caregiving role knowing that you ARE a better person for it. You will abound in compassion and love. Not taking the moments of joy and pleasure for granted. Appreciating them. Loving deeply.

    My prayer is that this new birth of yours, and the cherished memories you keep in your heart, soften the hurt of the days to come.
    Healing comes in moments sometimes and it's OK not to be strong all the time.
    Cry for your mommy.
    Cry for you.

    Buy yourself a rose bush and plant it in her memory.
    A reminder of your love for her.

    May God bless you in a mighty way with His peace and love.

    Kathy

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  2. Linda ShumakerMay 18, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    The rose bush is a good idea. I will do that soon. Thanks

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