When I first heard my Mom’s diagnoses of Alzheimer’s, I was in denial. Fear of losing her totally and disbelief that it was happening to her occupied my mind and heart. My poems put my thoughts into words I read back to myself, helping me cope with her changing moods. I wanted to be near her. I wanted to make her days happy. I needed to know that she was safe. It’s been over 5 years since I first heard the words MOM HAS ALZHEIMER’S. I’ve written over 500 poems and self published 130 of those into a book, and working on a 2nd book. I’ve been so blessed, many have read my words, giving me comfort and identifying with our journey. I’m thankful to be able to spend time with Mom. I visit with her almost every day. We have fun together, even though I grieve my loss of…
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as I said…I could not have put it better myself….The swan is beautiful
Today is here…live it
Yesterday is dead…forget it
Tomorrow…is in God’s Hands…Believe it
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