by donkey 33 Replies latest jw friends
((( donkey )))
The book of the week on Radio 4 last week was about a woman who's father suffered from Alzheimers and it really brought it home how you 'loose them'. In the end he was asking her if he could see "Joan" ... he didn't know Joan was his daughter but only remembered some loose connection and didn't know that she was the one he was asking.
I hope things go ok for you both.
((((( Donkey )))))
She will always stay with you forever in your heart, love known will not part; yet fill you with familiarity for years to come. Her faded memories” may pull at your heart but know; that no matter how many years pass your memories of her will be there evermore.
‘Faded memories’ may make your eyes brilliant with tears but to have known her love and yours for her will last a lifetime. The tears she kissed in times of need, and those times she was near will forever take you back to those times you cherish and wish to always have.
And know in the brilliance of those tears you will always see her reflection smiling at you in times of need. So keep on remembering and dream of faded memories.
Love
Cassi
(((Donkey)))
I have a wonderful mom as well,so kind and generous,forgiving. when that times comes when she passes.I will miss her a great deal.
Hi JACK ! Missed your posting,I have always enjoyed reading and reflecting on what you post.I do feel your pain.As I have written here before,my MOM died in my arms some years ago and I still feel the pain,I miss her so very much.What a beautiful song you posted about your mom.Sharing with you.
Blueblades
((((((((((((Jack)))))))))))) Very touching-so sorry that you are going through this.
Nikita
Jack,
I do know somewhat how you feel. Been thinking a lot about my mother lately...she's been dead 23 years now, and I miss her so much.
Much love to you.
Rosemarie
(((((((Donkey)))))))
I have heard so many men say that they hate their mothers. It shows in how they treat other women and deal with life in general.
I have known you for a while now; both on and off the board. The love you have for your parents is the foundation of who you are. And you, my friend, are one of the kindest, deepest fellows I have ever met. The letter that you wrote to your mother further proves how dear you are.
I wish that I had the words to say that would ease your pain. I am hear to listen if you want to talk to me. I wish I could say more but I am too choked up.
I love you, Jack.
Robyn
(((Jack)))
My grandmother suffered from Alzheimers - and my mother is in her first stages. I've seen how this disease progresses, and it is difficult to watch. My heart goes out to you.
If there's any peace to be had with this disease, its that as it fully engulfs the person, their mind wanders back to very far away times, and their own childhoods. Their thoughts & memories are of loved ones usually long since gone, and in that there is happiness. She may remember you as her great uncle willy (or whoever) on occassion, but the memories will still have the "love connection".
And she has raised one terrific son as a tribute to herself - there is no greater legacy to leave.
My wife mentioned last night how her mother thought she was her mother during the last few weeks of her life. They had a very close relationship.
I remember something her mother said while she was in the hospital with her electrolites messed up. She looked at me and said,"That clock is trying to get me." I kind of laughed and said it was going to get us all.
Ken P.
Beautiful post ((((((Jack)))))). What more could a mother want than to be loved as you love your Mom! Lucky woman she is to have you as her son, and lucky son you are also.
Take good care of yourself. She may need you now more than ever.
IW
