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.




Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Why isn't the world stopping?

The world stopped when Bin Ladden died. Why is it life as usual now. My mother was a quiet gentle woman. I don't want my life to keep going like nothing happened.

Myron said he found comfort in business as usual. I'm not. Maybe I went back to work too soon. Yesterday was a good day. I worked hard and I went home tired. Today my day will be longer-- work until 4 no later then 5 then class from 6 til 9. At least my car is starting like it is suppose to. But, I would usually look forward to class. Today I'm not. At least it is review for me.

I missed a stress test last Monday. I rescheduled it for June 1, 2011. Might be a problem. One of my employers is having surgery that day. We'll see. It's Wednesday, I have clas in the evening. After a stress test in the morning I am going to need some time off to rest.


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