Alzheimer's

Fresh Ink

I took Mom to her final cognitive evaluation on June 4, 2015. After a certain point in the progression of the disease, it became...

Life of the Party

I dreaded it for weeks. Calling it a “celebration of life” did not make it seem less like a funeral. I was battling the finality of Mom’s...

The Right Place at the Right Time

And when it's over, it's over. Last week, I told a few of my best friends that I had decided everything was going to be okay. Mom was...

I Am Not Afraid

"I am not afraid of storms for I am learning how to sail my ship." -Louisa May Alcott I went on a walk with a close family friend last...

Mom's Long Journey Home

“Where is your dad?” My kids were in a trance staring at the television. I just finished cleaning up after feeding everyone dinner. My...

For Better or for Worse

In sickness and in health. We never know exactly how this line will play out in the real world. It might be quick like a bandaid being rippe

Have the Talk

I try not to dwell on the missed opportunity and perhaps consider it to be one last lesson my mom taught me. “Seize the moment, Jaime. Don’t

Acceptance

“Whoever is present are the right people. Whenever it begins is the right time. Whatever happens is the only thing that could have...

UNBECOMING