Hi @Palerider - although I haven't posted, I have been thinking about you and your Mum, and grabbing a quick look at your thread to see how things are going.
Sorry that you are feeling a bit 'lost' at the moment - not surprising - but so pleased Mum seems to be settling in well and is relaxed and happy.
Good old Nytol - that was my friend too when my brain refused to stop churning in the wee small hours!
Be gentle now with yourself, life as you have known it for so long has been turned upside down. Small steps, and start gradually building a different life for yourself (and Mum too), safe in the knowledge that the nuts and bolts of Mum's care are now taken care of. Remember that personal care and daily management can be done by any competent person, but YOU are the only one that can give her the special love and attention of a son and trigger those special feelings and memories.
I agree with others here to not be hasty in moving house. The memories at the moment are raw and poignant, but they will become cherished. Don't make any quick decisions and take time to grow into your new circumstances.
Thinking of you both X
Sorry that you are feeling a bit 'lost' at the moment - not surprising - but so pleased Mum seems to be settling in well and is relaxed and happy.
Good old Nytol - that was my friend too when my brain refused to stop churning in the wee small hours!
Be gentle now with yourself, life as you have known it for so long has been turned upside down. Small steps, and start gradually building a different life for yourself (and Mum too), safe in the knowledge that the nuts and bolts of Mum's care are now taken care of. Remember that personal care and daily management can be done by any competent person, but YOU are the only one that can give her the special love and attention of a son and trigger those special feelings and memories.
I agree with others here to not be hasty in moving house. The memories at the moment are raw and poignant, but they will become cherished. Don't make any quick decisions and take time to grow into your new circumstances.
Thinking of you both X