Limosine ride in Florida
I don't always see myself as a carer, the term can be so impersonal aren't we all supposed to care? I understand the term carer attempts to represent the variety of roles that are undertaken, but it still falls short, all the books in the world still can't prepare you for the emotional rollercoster ride you experience. What has been helpful has been sharing with those who have been in a caring role who can speak frankly about their experience.
It can sometimes feels like I have been given responsibility for a fully grown 'child' like in the Curious Case of Benjamin Button. I battle with knowing the 88 year old woman who use to be independent wants to do everything for herself but can't. I watch her drift off in thought and wonder if she contemplates about those unfulfilled dreams she had when she was younger.
Mum talking on the radio about Mothers day
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These posts are part of the A-Z Challenge taking place during the month of April. I have been sharing about my experience as a carer to a mother with Dementia. If you would like to know more join the Arts in Health Network and also check out my website for information on some of the work I have done with Creativity and Dementia.
This is a sweet post. I appreciate you being so authentic about caring for your mother.
ReplyDeleteI am lucky that mum still has an enthusiastic spirit to try new things.
ReplyDeleteHi Amanda .. great to see your mother - enjoying the limousine ride, and then talking on the radio ..
ReplyDeleteYou're obviously learning loads doing the workshops too ..
It's just a very difficult time and I certainly feel for you .. Hilary
Brilliant and wise and thoughtful and loving. Your post is full of all these things. And I love that big honking pink rose! Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteHilary, she had a lovely time when we went to Florida in 2008, and the workshops are going well.
ReplyDeleteCathy, thanks for your visit, its a pleasure to share.