Alzheimer's is Hell

[mckitterick]

Not really up to writing a lot about it right now, but just got back from an impromptu trip to Omaha to see my mom. We're down to her last days

Comments

[curieuse]

Oh, Chris, I'm so sad to hear this.

[mckitterick]

Thank you.

[pointoforigin]

Oh my god, Chris. I'm so sorry. As you probably know, that is what my father died of, this January. Please know that I am here if you ever need to talk. And even if you don't need to talk, just know that I care and I will be thinking of you.

[mckitterick]

Thanks so much, and I know how long it went on for your father, too. What a horrifying way to go.

[saffronhare]

This disease soured the final years we had with both maternal grandparents. I'm so sorry to hear your family is suffering, and hope everyone has the comfort and grace they need most in the time ahead.

[mckitterick]

On the plus side, she's not mean anymore. On the negative... well, everything else.

[mckitterick]

Thank you, D. I completely agree, and look forward to a day when we have freedom to choose whether or not we go on suffering when there is no end in sight, or only decline.

(And make that a world where others don't decide when to terminate you, too.)

[angelmaye]

I occasionally read your posts on my friends of friends page.

A year ago this past weekend I sat with my grandmother as she passed out of this world after her battle with this viscous disease. I know that nothing any of us says will offer you any comfort. Just know that her suffering will end, and while it might not make you feel better, it will hopefully bring you at least a little peace and or relief. I hope you find the strength to make it through what is to come. My thoughts will be with you and your family.

A.

[mckitterick]

Good to meet you, A., and thank you for the kind words. I'm so sorry you had to deal with this with your grandmother.