Mom's 81 birthday was yesterday. She's been in a nursing home for three years and in a "fog" due to Alzheimer's Disease for over ten years. Last April mom stopped walking. Since January, she's been unable to feed herself. She has no idea she has thee children, nine grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. She also no longer recognizes her husband.
The good news is mom is not in any pain and has no idea how terrible and sad her life is. Without a doubt, mom's situation is hardest on the family, which is not surprising.
All my childhood memories include dealing with mom's bipolar disorder and chronic depression. Life at home was always about being careful not to "upset mom." Therefore, it's no real surprise mom is still the center of attention. The only difference is I'm no longer a child.
At 60, all I can hope for are 15-20 more good years. I would like to spend most of them out from under mom's oppressive control, which is why I continue to ask God to please end this nightmare soon.
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