Sometimes you need to get out of the forest to be able to identify the tree. I know that sounds like I’ve corrupted the old saying, but I’ve found this other saying to be true in relation to the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. Since the disease often doesn’t cause a loved one to have a straight downhill spiral,... Read more
Tuesday, October 16 marks Boss's Day in the United States. This is often a day of breakfasts, luncheons, cards, and gifts that are given to bosses by employees. Although this day provides an important way to thank our organizational leaders, I also think that Boss's Day also provides a good day to reflect on what our current corporate... Read more
Several months ago, it was evident that Mom was slipping away. Her breathing was much more shallow due to her Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and her mind was fading due to Alzheimer's disease. So over the course of one dinner, I brought up a difficult, but important subject - Mom's impending death. Gingerly, I... Read more
Another member of the Greatest Generation is gone. My mom, Betty Martin, died peacefully early Saturday morning. We all miss her, but she is in a better place. Today (Oct. 3) marks two very important occasions in Mom's life - it was on this day in 2005 that she went to live in the nursing home and it will... Read more
Mom entered the hospital through the emergency room with a fever and in a daze; four days later she was discharged back to the nursing home. During that time period, I don't think Mom was able to describe to doctors how she felt and what her medical issues were. Was she in pain? When did she start feeling bad? None of this important... Read more
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