June 29, 2024, Bedford, MA- Mom had a rallying day, today. She breathed better and expressed herself-not verbally, but very clearly, about a certain matter. We were able to put her concerns into words, because that’s one of the things for which we are there.
I get the sense, from Jetpack, that people are “bored” with this whole account of my family’s travails. Too bad-because it will continue, until its ending. If taking care of loved ones is not your area of interest, feel free to not bother “viewing”. That said, I do very much appreciate all those on shared sites, especially on Facebook and LinkedIn, who have been supportive-along with my two most faithful WP readers, who comment, as well as “like” the posts.
I will continue being here for Mom, taking some time the second week of July, for commitments in Arizona that cannot be re-scheduled (There will be family members here for her, during that time)-but I will return here after those, if she keeps up her fight. She spent a lifetime doing this for all five of her children. Now it’s time for us to stand by her, until transition is complete.
I can’t express enough appreciation for her lifetime of love and service, in any other way.
A Sagittarian Seeker 
Gary — please make sure to take care of yourself during this time when your mom needs you. I would hope that, if necessary, you could reschedule your commitments in Arizona — everybody understands the needs of caring for an ill family member, and friends will support you if you need to “skip out” on commitments! You will have a hard time forgiving yourself if you fly back to Arizona on the very day you are needed in MA! Do take care of your own needs as well as your mom’s!
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All this occurs to me, in the light of Sunday morning. I will find the strength to do the right thing.
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it us always so painful abd bittersweet Gary as a loved one leaves thus world i am glad you and your siblings were able to ve with her.
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Thank you, and so were we.
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Gary, I feel for you all. Your mother is an amazing woman who reared wonderful children into responsible and caring adults. I echo Janet’s admonition to take care of yourself… I’ve been reading but not commenting – we have to prep the house for the photos for the listing… Know that you and your mother are in my prayers. ❤
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Mom would have empathized with you. Moving was distasteful to her, but she rolled with it, this last time-knowing that her body needed the care of others.
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