Time has gotten away from me, especially with respects of writing in here with respect to mom.  It’s been quite the journey where our family has learned more than we ever thought we would about dementia,  the effects on mom and on how it’s touched all of us differently, and truly how un-predictable it really is.  

Mom’s journey is entering the final stage as mom as we knew her as her senses of being present with us and her grasp on reality has faded.  We have known for a few years this day was coming,  but when it happens nothing truly prepares you for it.  The one thing that has surprised us throughout this journey has been through every milestone of loss,  she still reminds us in subtle ways that she’s still present with us.   One thing that brings comfort is that with all the loss,  she seems at peace with her reality,  and that reality has resorted to a time where loved ones who have long been gone she’s brought back in her world where we have thoughts from her describing recent conversations,  reminders of how they were when they were with us…and a joy we hear in her voice when she talks about it.  The tough part has been just how long we’ve had to watch mom go through this…it’s a true reminder at how much the human spirit hangs onto life.  

We continue to appreciate all the support,  especially from moms care team as their dedication to moms care is nothing short of spectacular.  We all applaud their true passion to mom and their dedication at ensuring she’s taken care of and for their explanations to us as she’s reached the final stage of her illness.  

Thanks you everyone!!