Monthly Archives: March 2013

The things she’s forgotten

Posted on March 25, 2013 by daughter3

How to tell time. What she had for dinner. The house she lived in for thirty-four years, where she raised her children. The names of her grandchildren … or even that she has grandchildren. Whether it’s morning or night.                        … Continue reading →

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Writing things down

Posted on March 18, 2013 by daughter3

“Wait, I have to write that down,” my mom says, during our nightly phone conversation. “Hold on.” “Okay,” I say, trying to wait patiently while she looks for a pen. When she gets back on the phone, she can’t remember … Continue reading →

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Communicating with my mom

Posted on March 11, 2013 by daughter3

A typical nightly conversation with my mom sounds like this: “When are you coming?” she asks, eagerly. “Saturday,” I say. “Oh good,” she says, excitedly. “Are you staying overnight?” “Not this time, Mom.” “You never stay overnight.” Now she’s petulant. … Continue reading →

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My mom is confused about where she lives

Posted on March 4, 2013 by daughter3

“I can’t figure this place out,” my mom says. “What’s it all about?” She’s talking about the assisted living facility where we moved her almost a year and a half ago. “It’s your home, Mom,” I say. “It is?” She’s … Continue reading →

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