tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35775558.post8568231022989192044..comments2024-03-22T02:19:36.295-07:00Comments on Carmen's Chronicles: The Latest From Columbus, Georgia and My MotherRNSANEhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02841873957894861725noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35775558.post-40089330128015671002010-03-12T20:29:02.196-08:002010-03-12T20:29:02.196-08:00Been there, done all that. I don't mean to be ...Been there, done all that. I don't mean to be flip, only that I understand some of what is happening in your life now. Hang in there.Sharkbyteshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10139935335209860357noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35775558.post-63533070592756529702010-03-03T20:15:46.011-08:002010-03-03T20:15:46.011-08:00cy BC -
I have just another week left till I retur...cy BC -<br />I have just another week left till I return to CA. My two youngest sons and their girlfriends arrive Friday and I'll finally get to see mom in her new setting. We'll be here in Columbus overnight Friday, then at my brother's on Saturday...I'll stay there till I fly home on the 10th of March.<br /><br /><br />Bernie -<br />I need that love and many prayers still...keep it up, my friend.<br /><br /><br />gleammartin -<br />Hello, dear friend. It's hard being in the South and not getting to enjoy it...though I have eaten catfish several times, thanks to Beth and Luther. I miss my mom - haven't seen her now in almost a week..will pick Alex and Jeremy up Fri AM at the airport and go directly to Gwinnett Extended Care. Charley says she hasn't known him at all.<br /><br /><br />Nurse Heidi -<br />Well, you are certainly in a different health care setting than previously. How is all that going? It really is hard dealing with the elderly who cannot remember who their loved ones are. My brother says our mother is talking to HER mother who died when she was only 12! That is so sad since she seldom spoke to me about her mother. They were sharecroppers in rural Mississippi, with 13 children!!<br /><br /><br />ruma2008 -<br />It is probably even more difficult when dealing with younger ones who need care! One expects the elderly to be debilitated but it feels very sad when younger people face obstacles!RNSANEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02841873957894861725noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35775558.post-57568285610229438502010-03-03T20:15:08.280-08:002010-03-03T20:15:08.280-08:00fullet -
I so appreciate your good wishes. I trie...fullet -<br />I so appreciate your good wishes. I tried to catch up on your blog which I have so much missed during this difficult time caring for my mom. <br /><br /><br />hitesh rawat -<br />I think it will be awhile before Obama accomplishes any real medical reform. Things are so chaotic in that regard. I am just glad my mother had the wherewithal to get the best care - though she will exhaust all her savings that she had intended for her children and grandchildren...we don't care about that as long as she is in a place that sees about her true<br />comfort and well being.<br /><br />I will be so happy to see my two youngest, even for just two days and, even though my mom won't really recognize them, I appreciate their wanting to see her and have their special girls meet her, too. It means a lot to me, personally.<br /><br /><br />My Farmhouse Kitchen -<br />I can't wait for our rendevous on the Central Coast...it will be good to see you and Chris and my forensic nursing buddies. I feel happy that my brother is really stepping up to the plate and that mother is in a good place.<br /><br /><br />Jenny -<br />Thanks for being such a dear. I couldn't concentrate on books right now. It's nice that I have dinner every night with my high school friend of 50 years - and his wife - and a couple who are their friends. Helps take my mind off things. Days are filled packing things up, going to Good Will, etc. <br /><br /><br />Enchanted Oak -<br />Now we have another catastrophic earthquake in Chile so my own problems seem insignificant in the scheme of things. We will all plod along with God's help.<br /><br /><br />Margie -<br />What did you do in Cullman? I spent a year only at Sacred Heart. Went there as a high school freshman on a scholarship, and also worked but, after the first year, it was just too expensive for me to stay. My dorm mate, who slept in the bed next to me was from Tuscaloosa, and I went home with her often. We have been friends for over 50 years and I still see her from time to time...she has lived in Atlanta most of our adult lives.<br /><br /><br />Poetic Shutterbug -<br />I miss you tons, Jo. When I get back, we must have breakfast, lunch, dinner or all three. Alex, Jeremy, Laura, and Katie arrive at 7:30AM Friday for two days. I am so happy they are coming...my mother won't recognize them, I don't think, but it means so much to mean that they'll be here. My friends here ( two couples ) love the Sony CD I gave each of them!<br /><br /><br />Travelingjoan -<br />It is a relief to have mom settled in a really good place but I feel very sad knowing that she may never recognize me or my brother again.<br /><br /><br />Dulce -<br />My friends, Beth and Luther, and their friends, Dale and Tommey ( now my friends, too ) have been so much help and support to me throughout this difficult time. I treasure them. We see each other every night for dinner.RNSANEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02841873957894861725noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35775558.post-49741267752936673242010-03-01T21:18:17.662-08:002010-03-01T21:18:17.662-08:00Hello Carmen. I wish you all the best.
My younger ...Hello Carmen. I wish you all the best.<br />My younger sister needs care. <br />We must overcome various things.rumahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08802179941417961681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35775558.post-34784082414280952010-02-28T21:48:32.876-08:002010-02-28T21:48:32.876-08:00I took care of an elderly woman with dementia this...I took care of an elderly woman with dementia this week. Her son left as I was coming in the room to get her settled in. She looked up at me with confusion written on her face and asked, "Tell me, did I have a good day today?" When I responded yes, her next question was, "Did my son come to visit?" Oh how it broke my heart. And she's not even my mother. I'm sorry you're in the middle of all of this. I suppose it's inevitable. My mother in law cared for the older folks in the family over a period of about 30 years until the last one finally passed away at 100 years old. I fully expect that I will be her caretaker when it is her turn to need help. <br /><br />Care centers are ridiculously expensive :(. No two ways about that, but obviously there isn't a good alternative in this case. I will pray that she settles in easily and receives the care that she needs.Nurse Heidihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05701919857269926765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35775558.post-30983168763838390382010-02-28T19:00:25.281-08:002010-02-28T19:00:25.281-08:00Take care of yourself Carm, I am glad that your Mo...Take care of yourself Carm, I am glad that your Mom is our of the hospital and will be getting much needed therapy. I am sending up prayers for your family......love ya, ElaineElainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11988476039299513055noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35775558.post-60486965205757674122010-02-28T17:17:36.604-08:002010-02-28T17:17:36.604-08:00Sending you much love and keeping you and your fam...Sending you much love and keeping you and your family in my heart and prayers.....:-) HugsBerniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03024565921761129108noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35775558.post-32585099287510042602010-02-28T15:06:09.476-08:002010-02-28T15:06:09.476-08:00Oh Carmen, this is heart breaking story. It remind...Oh Carmen, this is heart breaking story. It reminds me of my old mother and her future! <br /><br />I'll keep the prayer going, and hope you're taking care of yourself..Miss you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35775558.post-197694069362025482010-02-28T14:35:08.662-08:002010-02-28T14:35:08.662-08:00What a life this is when we are taking care of our...What a life this is when we are taking care of our beloved ones...<br />be well dear Carmen-- and as patient as you are being now... Good you can take advantage of all this somehow and visit old friends...<br /><br />Cheers!Dulçe ♥https://www.blogger.com/profile/14958592985938279356noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35775558.post-12084712507895947462010-02-28T13:22:00.838-08:002010-02-28T13:22:00.838-08:00My prayers go out to you and your Mom. I know this...My prayers go out to you and your Mom. I know this is a very difficult time in life for you, but I know you will keep your chin up!Travelingjoanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12829660462777690484noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35775558.post-47898746023966125842010-02-28T11:32:47.726-08:002010-02-28T11:32:47.726-08:00Carmen, I am glad she is better and that she is ge...Carmen, I am glad she is better and that she is getting the care she needs. I'm also happy the boys are flying out there as well. You need them now. If there's anything I can do let me know and I look forward to you coming home. xoxo JoJoanne Olivierihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01856998108256408734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35775558.post-38271079855208776842010-02-28T10:54:47.938-08:002010-02-28T10:54:47.938-08:00Hope Mom continues to do well. You're right ab...Hope Mom continues to do well. You're right about people needing to realize that any assets will be going to care unless disposed of before time runs out. That is so important. <br />I worked in Cullman for many years. Interesting that you were there once too.Margiehttp://margieandednasbasement.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35775558.post-6079302953916787862010-02-28T10:46:27.533-08:002010-02-28T10:46:27.533-08:00Oh, Carmen, you and your mom have prayers from me....Oh, Carmen, you and your mom have prayers from me. God's blessings to your family.Enchanted Oakhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14815997287116818456noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35775558.post-38649246604531188232010-02-28T10:29:14.045-08:002010-02-28T10:29:14.045-08:00Oh man. I just e-mailed you with this ??? but I ...Oh man. I just e-mailed you with this ??? but I should have come here first. This is so hard for you. I am really sorry it is so difficult. It sounds like your Mom is aware enough of her surroundings to be unhappy and that must make it even harder on you.<br /><br />Is there anything I can do to help?<br /><br />You have my prayers and warm wishes.<br /><br />Could I send you some books or magazines?<br /><br />These times are so hard to get through.<br /><br />Keep your chin up!<br /><br />You are a wonderful daughter and an amazing person.Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12462124067637610359noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35775558.post-30970893885069528492010-02-28T10:27:37.224-08:002010-02-28T10:27:37.224-08:00Hello Carmen, i see your mom is doing better and i...Hello Carmen, i see your mom is doing better and is moving into the extended care. i was wondering how she was doing..and how you are doing?<br /><br />sounds like you are getting along o.k.<br /><br />know you and your mom are in my thoughts and prayers<br /><br />sending love and support, my friend<br /><br />karyMy Farmhouse Kitchenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00594238190107766755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35775558.post-55035719528871580612010-02-28T10:04:30.105-08:002010-02-28T10:04:30.105-08:00this is good news.......i heard it a few months ag...this is good news.......i heard it a few months ago that Obama is implementing some new medical insurance laws...i heard they were pretty helpful.....are they implemented by now?????<br /><br />it's great that you sons with their fiance and wifey are coming to help you.... :)<br /><br />it always great to meet friends...i haven't been to my home for almost a year....and my friends are always calling to come up for the festivals ......tomorrow is Holi here......festivals of colors in India......one of my fav festivals damn .....i'm not with friends and family for it......on top of that....the state i live in right ..they don't celebrate it.....i don't even have a day off on tomorrow..... :(<br /><br />good thing..i don't have sit at home and miss my friends and family...i go office and engross my self in work...... <br /><br />Happy Holi to you..... :)Hitesh Rawathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11445682649449414508noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35775558.post-84324212367477814712010-02-28T09:48:17.579-08:002010-02-28T09:48:17.579-08:00I wish you all the best, Carmen, many thanks for u...I wish you all the best, Carmen, many thanks for updating your blog to let us know the latest news.J. 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