Mum got so upset last night about her lack of memory, it was heartbreaking. We were watching television (New Tricks - one of her favourites), but needed to go to the bathroom so asked me to pause it. When she came back she said she didn't know why she had asked me to pause the program as she hadn't got a clue what had gone on before. Then the tears flowed down her face, and she said she wouldn't exist without me and how much she hates how bad her memory is. I gave her big hug and told her I love her, but inside my heart was breaking at how much my totally amazing wonderful Mum who helped so many people in her professional and personal life has been left like this and it's only going to get worse.
I know there is not much anyone can do, but just needed to let the above out. Other than my sister who lives 350 miles away there are only two people in my life who truly understand (both with parent/grandparent with dementia). I know my friends try, but they just don't get it.
Sally
I know there is not much anyone can do, but just needed to let the above out. Other than my sister who lives 350 miles away there are only two people in my life who truly understand (both with parent/grandparent with dementia). I know my friends try, but they just don't get it.
Sally