Oh Doris - a blog about momA little over a week ago I got a call from my mother "Doris", she wanted to come & visit for awhile.. and never leave....
Short story is She was living in an apt 2 1/2hrs away from me with a caregiver Miss J.
Mom wanted to move closer to me however Miss J. would tell her things like all I wanted was her money (there isn't any money), I wanted to control mom, etc...
Hubby & I arrived around 8:00pm packed up the truck & started home. We have been empty nesters for a couple of years now. Having someone permanently changes things a lot.
For instance no one walks around in their underwear anymore... clothing isn't an option it is required.
The thing we are learning about older people is their filters are broken... They tend to say anything & everything on their mind.
Hubby now knows that Doris' stools have form to them.... Yep he was speechless. At a family gathering we learned that sex with grandpa was good, really really good! My daughter just replied something like that is good grandma....
As hard as it is to have mom live with us, I am thankful we are in a position to have her move in. When she dies I will have no regrets...
Oh Doris
Dear Julie... Since I have walked that road, I understand the joys and challenges you are facing. I will pray for wisdom and strength for you and Mike. I will pray for relationships and boundaries. I will pray for sweet memories to be created and treasured. Know that I love you and I'm here for you <3
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