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Leslie and my Katie.
 
May 13, 2008 at 00:59
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Hello Friends.
Update...I have been with mom and dad for the last 3 days.
We went to the Wound Clinic this morning.
Things are not good with mom.
Her wound is a tiny bit better. Her mind is getting worse.
It is very difficult to deal with...but, I am doing it.
Today, I took mom outside for some fresh air and we sat and talked.
I rubbed her dear hands. They are so soft.
She really cannot talk well...she cannot find the words.
I just agree with her.
Dad is being difficult....He has hurt me and Jo-Anne...but I know he is so worried about mom. So I must forgive that.
I have taken this week off to be with mom and dad.
Yesterday, I brought her summer clothes over there.
I took all of her Winter clothes home to my place.
Tomorrow, I will go and see her again.
I got home and I cried.
I will get thru this.
But, please keep my dear mom and dad in your prayers.
I get so tired that I can hardly see at times.
I have never felt such exhaustion.
Leslie
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Iver & Sailor
 
May 13, 2008 at 01:14
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Re: Hello Friends.
Leslie, you, your Mom and Dad are in my prayers all the time. I can only imagine how hard it is for you to go through this day after day. Do take care of yourself, too.
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Fiona and Lori
 
May 13, 2008 at 01:30
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Re: Hello Friends.
A warm Cairn snuggle is coming your way. Take care of yourself! You can't always fix things for people, just be there and love them as life unfolds. We're here if you need to talk.
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R gang
 
May 13, 2008 at 01:35
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Re: Hello Friends.
Leslie,
I know how difficult it is but you and your sister are so good to always be there for your Mom and Dad. They need you both now more than ever.
Take some rest time, you need it.
Fran/Rgang
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E Gang
 
May 13, 2008 at 03:44
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Re: Hello Friends.
Lots of Prayers and warm positive thoughts for your mum and dad Leslie and also for you to get through this and you have your Dear Katie by your side also.Love and kisses xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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westiegirl3
May 13, 2008 at 05:05
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Re: Hello Friends.
Keep in mind that you are giving the greatest gift--the gift of love. How awesome it is that you are loving on your mom and dad. That will last forever and ever. Remember to love yourself also and take care of yourself. You and your family will be in my prayers.
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Schooner and Annie
May 13, 2008 at 08:12
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Re: Hello Friends.
Sending lots of hugs and prayers to you.
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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MacNMe
May 13, 2008 at 08:27
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Re: Hello Friends.
You are a wonderful person, and although your mom may not know it now, somewhere deep inside your love and care is helping her beyond measure. Dying slowly is the very worst. Forgiving your Dad for the attitudes he can't seem to change and understanding his pain is the biggest gift of all to him, whether he appreciates it or not.
Hang onto Katie and your friends who love you.
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The Oregon Girlies...
May 13, 2008 at 09:09
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Re: Hello Friends.
Leslie, I know how alone you must feel sometimes. I know how hard it is to face each day knowing what you have before you. It takes it's toll. It is very important that you take time for yourself. Your dad must be very frustrated knowing he has no control over what is happening to your mom. Just remind them both that you love them. You are doing an outstanding job. We keep you in our heart always.
xxxxBetty and the Girlies...
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Sonny, Cayla and Phoebe
May 13, 2008 at 09:28
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Re: Hello Friends.
I am so sorry with what you are going through. It must be devastating to see your mother the way she is now and remember the way she was before. Your dad is probablyso frustrated that he just wants to lash out and unfortunately sometimes we lash out at the people we love the most. Prayers going your way.
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Lynn and Chester Jo
May 13, 2008 at 11:18
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Re: Hello Friends.
Our prayers will continue to be said for your parents. Hang in there.
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ED
May 13, 2008 at 12:44
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Oh Leslie. I'm so very sorry. Please try to take care of yourself. Bone-numbing exhaustion can be a symptom of depression. My heart breaks for your family. I hope you took time for yourself during your week off. As for your dad, he's losing his wife of probably 50+ years. The disease is horrible for everyone it touches. I'll remember your family in my prayers. I send you strength and courage and lotsa hugs.
Mary Alice
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Lyn and Kirby
May 13, 2008 at 14:24
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Re: Hello Friends.
We will continue to remember you and your family in our prayers. We know it is devastating.
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john / irene Maxwell
May 13, 2008 at 14:52
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Hi Leslie we will keep you your mom and Dad in our thoughts and Prayers
john / irene Maxwell
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Marys Gang
May 13, 2008 at 15:07
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Re: Hello Friends.
Leslie,
I know this is a tough time for you and your sister. You are doing the right thing and that is something when thst day comes that you will remember and feel good about.
Your Dad is worried about your Mom and that is the only way he knows how to deal with this right now, I am sure he will come around and realize that his actions have hurt you.
Take it one day at a time and know that how hard it is to watch your Mom go through htis is tha same for each member of your family.
I remember when my mom was so sick and it was hard to bite my tongue and sometimes I didn't. I regret that so much.
Keep doing what you are doing even though it hurts and remember we are all here. Many of us have gone through illnesses with our parents or a parent.
Take care of yourself to and do something that you love to do and do it for you.
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Ronny and Sandi
May 13, 2008 at 15:15
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Re: Hello Friends.
Oh Leslie, this is so hard for you, watching the person you know struggling to cope and find her words. My mum is going through the same thing with her mum at the moment, she ran out of the hospital crying last week as she couldn't bear to see her dear mum acting the way she does. I don't know any words that can help you, but I know that my mum just keeps going back with a smiley face,just listening and being there. She finds it hard to think of things to say at times and they just sit in silence, holding hands. Sometimes my granny refuses to speak to my mum and it breaks her heart. We are thinking of you at this difficult time.
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Bonnie and Flora
May 13, 2008 at 15:55
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Re: Hello Friends.
What a difficult time for you. Warm thoughts coming your way.
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Alex Morgan and Cheryl
May 13, 2008 at 17:14
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Re: Hello Friends.
Leslie - I am so sorry that you are going thru this pain. I can feel it in your words. I wish we could swoop up all the pain and heartache you are going thru.
You are in our thoughts and prayers and remember - all your friends at the TC are here when you need us.
bless your heart Leslie - I wish there was something i could do to help.
prayers are being sent from cheryl and alex and morgan.
stay strong sweet lady - you are a really good daughter and person.
hugs
alex and morgan and cheryl
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Max
May 13, 2008 at 23:54
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Re: Hello Friends.
Leslie, we are keeping you and your family in our thoughts, and Max sends a big cairn hug. Hugs, xxxMarianne and Maxxx
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Maureen, Hamish & Maddles
May 14, 2008 at 06:42
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Dear Leslie, love and hugs are coming your way.
xxx
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