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I will be leaving to be with my mom on Wednesday. My dad is traveling to Arizona with my uncle to get my parent's belongings. My parents recently moved from Arizona to North Dakota to be closer to me because of their failing health. My mom has alzheimers so I will be with her and go to her doctor appointments on Thursday and then back to the cabin either that day or on Friday. I wish mom would come to my house but she wants to be at her cabin so I am doing as she wishes while she still is healthy enough to enjoy life :) I have my own health problems to deal with such as chronic fatigue etc., so I do hope this works out. Alzheimer people take an enormous amount of energy. It is hard to explain. She hasn't wandered off yet, but when dad isn't around she usually gets worse and worries he is going to die(obsesses). He is suffering from congestive heart failure so I worry too. I will be relying on my HP to get through this time with my mom and I. I will enjoy every moment together with her and I am sure my dad will enjoy his time away from her. He sure needs a break. Any prayers anyone can give are greatly appreciated. Usually it is after I spend time with my parents when I crash. But, I will take one day at a time and work my program. I will be able to post here hopefully but only when mom is away or is sleeping. She will watch what I type on the computer. Anyone can also send me a private message here by clicking on my name,,hint hint :) I will look forward to being back home and chatting with all of you when I get back.
My husband got into his mean behavior tonite and got on my case again about being overweight etc. I hate when he gets like that, especially when I am leaving. He is not an alcoholic but sure is an angerholic etc. I use my alanon tools with him too, or try to. I don't know why when we are under stress that the unhealthy people in our life like to try to kick us when we are down. I don't know what I would do without this site. Thanks for your unconditional support. Your friend in recovery, cdb
Enjoy your time with your mom. I know it is hard to be with ailing parents, but it is worth it to spend time with them as life is short. My mom is far too far gone to spend anything more than a few minutes at a time with, so in a way I am envious of you. As for your hubby, well, sticks and stones....
I'll be thinking of you and sending extra "good day" prayers
Well Bonnie said everything that came to mind while I was reading your post. I hope that you have a great time and will be thinking about you all while you are away. Jeeze our bussy lives sure do keep us from having thoes great talks we have. We will have to make up for lost time the next time we see each other in chat.
