Think about the last time you were able to string together almost 48 hours that were special, comfortable, happy and felt loving too. Throw in that it was time spent with a family member that for months has been challenging at best and heartbreaking at the worst. Have any experience like that? I guess that … More Cherish the best days
As of tomorrow that is how long it has been since my mom was hastily moved to Houston, three hours plus from where she lived for the past 13 years and 9 months, 7.5 of those with my dad and the rest as a widow going about her life. Until dementia took hold. These 6 … More 6 weeks
People tell you to be sure to take time for you when you are in any way caring for a loved one with dementia. I think I have plenty time away with work and play. I know there are people who put in much more time with their loved ones and I want to say … More The down and the other kind of down days
I love that quote in the masthead of this blog. But it is vexing even to me who loves it so much. The kids are asking me if ok to tell people their mom is a gypsy. I laugh and say yes because well, yea I guess I am. (Gonna hold off on tramp and … More What DO I do with my one wild life?
I have weird personal experiences on airplanes. Apparently they bring up emotions. First let me say I am not shy if that hasn’t been pick up somewhere in this blog. I am also not afraid or embarrassed for the show of emotion generally. I think I am an ugly crier though. I don’t like to … More Airplanes and me
Midlife Molly 