By July Mom's world was memories from 30-40 years ago. She had a Doctor appointment to treat stasis ulcers and after a painful treatment helped by morphine she had about 45 minutes of clarity. It was my birthday, she looked at me stating Bev, isn't today your birthday? I don't know if she heard the nurse say something, but that was my favorite birthday because she knew me. Even had ice cream to celebrate. Mom passed in September.
Treasure any and all moments with an Alzheimer's patient..This period of time was a challenge yet made my mother's past come alive, she told stories and talked about her life when she was very young. It helped me heal after years of arguments and fights. I love you, Mom.
Rio Oso, CA