Mama’s Smile
My daughter came home this morning from getting my mama up out of bed, bathed, and fed. (Dad pays her
Author: chermor2
I'm a follower of Jesus, a pastor's wife, a mother of six adult children (four adopted as a sibling group), and a "Mimi" to seven precious grands! I helped care for my mom, who had Alzheimer's, until she went home to Jesus in December of 2016. During that time my mother-in-law was diagnosed with Alzheimer's and moved in with us for almost four years. She just turned ninety eight and is now living in a care center. God sends lessons and smiles through the tears. It helps me to share them and I hope it blesses others.
The Urgent Call and the Clever Mama
Dad called last night and his voice was urgent. “Get over here quick! Mom is sitting on me!” he said.
Dimming To-Do List
I needed to leave. I had a list of things to get done. I’d already fed Mom lunch and washed
What I Miss Most Because of Alzheimer’s
A few years ago in this journey with Alzheimer’s, I used to ask Mom, “Do you know who I am?”
That’s All I’ve Got
I walked in the house and saw Mama in her rocking chair. “Hi, Mom!” I said. “That’s all I’ve got,”
The Dentist Who Made the Dream Come True
This is the second time I’ve ever cried tears of gratitude for a dentist. And I’m pretty sure it’s the
The Grace Gift
In the midst of Mama’s angry dementia, God sent me a sign of His tender mercies… Mom shouts so much
A New Loss and A New Joy
I thought Mama’s words didn’t hurt me anymore. I thought I had adjusted to the things she says through the
Abounding Grace
Sometimes I feel overwhelmed. Today I looked at my to-do list and just felt stressed out and guilty. And then
When I’m Old Can I go Home?
Last night Mama asked, “When I’m old, can I go home?” And though I half smile at the innocent wonder
God's Grace and Life's Challenges 