Mondays with Mom: Postscript
I am so grateful. Mom is home at last, well and whole. Although I miss her terribly, I wouldn’t want her to come back...
Going
On Tuesday of last week, Mom had her last food. She had been totally uninterested in food since becoming bedridden and Laverne was able...
Bedridden
Mom has forgotten how to walk; the bed is now our only option. We knew it was inevitable, but now that it’s here, there’s...
Never Alone (Part 2)
“The Loneliness Epidemic” was the title of a headline on the December 2019/January 2020 AARP magazine I read at Mom and Dad’s house. The...
Never Alone (Part 1)
Mom is never by herself.
She has caregivers near her 24/7 and we keep a constant eye on her. She rarely communicates with this world...
Answered Prayers
The older I get, the more I am aware of the physical needs around me. I’m praying more for others, even those who I...
Sharing
Each week, I write memories or thoughts about Mom’s life. Often many times, it’s about our life together. I’m thankful to have a place...
Cold
It’s finally January and my inner thermometer is hoping for some cold weather. I really love the cold and the last few years we’ve...
Fists
One of the sweetest things about a newborn child is those precious hands pulled tightly into fists. I would watch my babies for hours...
Concerts
Part of my living is collaborating on school concerts, and I am blessed to work with many fine conductors who teach at the middle...
Mundane Gratefulness
I’ve started listening to podcasts – yes, I’m a little late to the game – and I’ve found a wonderful speaker named Christy Nockels....
Caregivers
This weekend was District 14’s Honors Chorus event at Brenau University. I love these events; not only do I get to make beautiful music...