tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post2771049741079623967..comments2024-02-24T15:33:47.064-05:00Comments on Sooo-this-is-me: My new reality.Sooo-this-is-mehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02001864616415319712noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-68459441697369921722020-01-01T18:50:11.498-05:002020-01-01T18:50:11.498-05:00Michael, yes that's exactly it, she isn't ...Michael, yes that's exactly it, she isn't the same person anymore.Sooo-this-is-mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02001864616415319712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-79432140571723144312020-01-01T18:48:57.013-05:002020-01-01T18:48:57.013-05:00Will, dreadful illness is a perfect description. Y...Will, dreadful illness is a perfect description. Yes it's an odd moment when you realize that your parent is better off without any interference.Sooo-this-is-mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02001864616415319712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-23539983192149786992020-01-01T18:45:08.392-05:002020-01-01T18:45:08.392-05:00Sixpence, I will miss her but I will also know she...Sixpence, I will miss her but I will also know she is no longer suffering.Sooo-this-is-mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02001864616415319712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-2484394116872151022020-01-01T18:44:00.498-05:002020-01-01T18:44:00.498-05:00Deedles yes dibs but nobody beats your grandma hug...Deedles yes dibs but nobody beats your grandma hugs!!!Sooo-this-is-mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02001864616415319712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-4566161133151499552020-01-01T18:43:02.154-05:002020-01-01T18:43:02.154-05:00Seriously Maddie the other way is better, if mom s...Seriously Maddie the other way is better, if mom suddenly died we would be sad but at least we would have great memories. We have 17 years of worry burned into us now.Sooo-this-is-mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02001864616415319712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-85453668796279358202020-01-01T18:40:55.252-05:002020-01-01T18:40:55.252-05:00Lurker, yes there are many eyes watching out for h...Lurker, yes there are many eyes watching out for her, best thing about where she is now is that they also care and that makes a huge difference.Sooo-this-is-mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02001864616415319712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-55115358722397051412020-01-01T18:38:25.281-05:002020-01-01T18:38:25.281-05:00Debra, yes but to be honest she is starting to fee...Debra, yes but to be honest she is starting to feel like some one else that only resembles my mom.Sooo-this-is-mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02001864616415319712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-27910624464807533862020-01-01T18:36:36.055-05:002020-01-01T18:36:36.055-05:00Richard,it's like seeing them in danger but no...Richard,it's like seeing them in danger but not being able to do anything about it.Sooo-this-is-mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02001864616415319712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-9048347163580308062020-01-01T18:34:58.674-05:002020-01-01T18:34:58.674-05:00Jimmy, thanks I like head smoothes and hugs.Jimmy, thanks I like head smoothes and hugs.Sooo-this-is-mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02001864616415319712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-72117051024112664782020-01-01T18:33:38.093-05:002020-01-01T18:33:38.093-05:00Bob, sometimes reality faces us no matter how we t...Bob, sometimes reality faces us no matter how we try to avoid it.Sooo-this-is-mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02001864616415319712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-51000275217624439562020-01-01T18:31:42.669-05:002020-01-01T18:31:42.669-05:00HuntleyBiGuy, yes she's there but not there.HuntleyBiGuy, yes she's there but not there.Sooo-this-is-mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02001864616415319712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-16208302100918370322020-01-01T18:30:13.401-05:002020-01-01T18:30:13.401-05:00Christina, yes definitely my new normal.Christina, yes definitely my new normal.Sooo-this-is-mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02001864616415319712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-37239255942018434192020-01-01T18:29:34.599-05:002020-01-01T18:29:34.599-05:00Anne Marie, thank you, yes at peace with what is h...Anne Marie, thank you, yes at peace with what is happening or accepting it.Sooo-this-is-mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02001864616415319712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-88891903825244059552020-01-01T18:27:58.909-05:002020-01-01T18:27:58.909-05:00Dave, yes I agree, we move on, we have to. We can ...Dave, yes I agree, we move on, we have to. We can clearly see what is in store for mom. No point dwelling over it.Sooo-this-is-mehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02001864616415319712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-64981110641014123592020-01-01T18:08:56.067-05:002020-01-01T18:08:56.067-05:00Your writing is always very touching. My sister j...Your writing is always very touching. My sister just lost her father-in-law to alzheimer's about a month ago. When I talked to my brother-in-law about it, he told me that he had already grieved the passing of his father as he wasn't the same person anymore. <br /><br />Take care of yourself,<br /><br />MichaelMichaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12490988837607883653noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-4572844796769823492019-12-31T14:47:49.801-05:002019-12-31T14:47:49.801-05:00It is reassuring that you have found that new real...It is reassuring that you have found that new reality, it is perhaps the most difficult stage for anyone faced with a loved one suffering this dreadful illness. It does not mean you love or care of her any less - in fact in my mind perhaps more.<br /><br />My wish for you and those you love and care for is all that you wish yourself.<br /><br />Hugs<br /><br />WillWillymhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03652532356102638621noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-76573830008463726452019-12-31T11:45:14.799-05:002019-12-31T11:45:14.799-05:00It’s difficult to get used to the decline of a lov...It’s difficult to get used to the decline of a loved one, but I think you’re processing it at a good pace. <br />It’s great that you’ve made sure your mom is well taken care of and that you are always aware of her needs, but it does take a toll. And you’re going to miss her.<br />Meanwhile, I hope you have a fantastic 2020 and that the new year is full of new and fantastic things.<br /><br />Smooches!<br /><br />XoXo Sixpence Notthewiserhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11230453585589265578noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-4190197465063870592019-12-31T11:25:34.538-05:002019-12-31T11:25:34.538-05:00Hugs and forehead kisses, Stevie (Jimmy called dib...Hugs and forehead kisses, Stevie (Jimmy called dibs on the top of your head).Deedleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17220174067034720943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-65518677207080728252019-12-31T11:18:53.515-05:002019-12-31T11:18:53.515-05:00Sometime i think it's better this way then los...Sometime i think it's better this way then losing someone all of a sudden...it lets you cope even they slowly are slowly slipping away. When my grandmother...and my closetest bond went all a sudden it tool some time to get over. Sounds like you got this kid.<br /><br />I truly wish you a Happy New Year and I'll see you in 2020. I love our banter.<br /><br />🎊🎉🍸🎈🎉🎊🎉🎈<br />XOXOMistress Maddiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02098940220513091207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-5644780537238698662019-12-31T10:20:27.624-05:002019-12-31T10:20:27.624-05:00I think it is important for your mom that you visi...I think it is important for your mom that you visit and celebrate Christmas with her, even though she does not remember any of it. If nothing else by socializing with her you are keeping an eye on her living conditions.Old Lurkerhttps://oldlurker974.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-83994309957171173262019-12-31T10:13:02.986-05:002019-12-31T10:13:02.986-05:00My mother had a long decline too. It's hard to...My mother had a long decline too. It's hard to watch the person you know slip away. But she's still your Mom and still in your life, even in a much diminished role.Debra She Who Seekshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01845703092794695023noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-76100087282535065412019-12-31T09:44:23.214-05:002019-12-31T09:44:23.214-05:00I can't imagine how difficult it must be to wa...I can't imagine how difficult it must be to watch your mom decline. You are a good man. I hope 2020 brings many new adventures for you.Richardhttps://rjjs8878.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-12704143061053655252019-12-31T08:11:59.869-05:002019-12-31T08:11:59.869-05:00Hugs and a smooch on top of your head!Hugs and a smooch on top of your head!Jimmyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06497874766764411664noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-82795529019576094402019-12-31T07:40:35.327-05:002019-12-31T07:40:35.327-05:00It's hard, sometimes to face reality, but some...It's hard, sometimes to face reality, but sometimes it's for the best.<br /><br />HNY Steven.Bobhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15302478126147924237noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-167118023573797856.post-66250274884092336422019-12-31T07:16:19.300-05:002019-12-31T07:16:19.300-05:00Steven, I understand your feelings. My mother also...Steven, I understand your feelings. My mother also suffered from dementia and Parkinson’s disease. It’s a devastating disease. Like you said, the lights are on, but nobody’s home. <br /><br />I wish you peace and happiness for the new year. HuntleyBiGuyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06027495033744126551noreply@blogger.com