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Gifts From Your Loved One- Sometimes It's Just A Peace of Mind

by  Dorian Martin
Monday, April 14, 2008

Mara and I were trading stories over the weekend about aging parents and dementia. Mara's mother currently is in a nursing home with dementia while her father passed away a long time ago. At one point in the conversation, Mara recounted, "I was putting on some earrings recently that ...

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    Sue
    Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 03:15 PM

    Thanks Dorian for continuing to share these beautiful stories.  It is so important for us all to have connections with others as you have with your friend Mara.  Sometimes I don't think people realize how many of us go through such similar situations and circumstances in this life.

     

    As well, it is great you show us how we can cherish all the different kinds of gifts our loved ones give to us - both those we can touch and those we can feel. 

     

    The selflessness your friend's mom showed her is a sign of a great mother.

     

    All the best, sue

     

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