She used to be ... for my MIL (Mother Inlaw

My mother inlaw suffers from alzheimers, among other condtions. She has lived with us for the past 4 years, and I take care of her. I feel her pain when she has a bad day, and on the good days when she realizes how she has declined. This is for her.

She used to be in control, always busy with too much to do.

Now she sits, and waits for someone, anyone, to call.

She used to do so many things, greeting everyone with a smile and a hug.

Now everyday is the same, and she can't remember anyones name.

She used to feel needed and wanted, important and loved.

Now she needs to feel it all again, but now for so many different reasons.

For so long she did for so many, and now we must do for her.

She used to be so strong and able, so sure and confident.

Now she needs our support and understanding.

Comments: 11

Teresa T. Jan 2, 2009, 12:14am EST

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Solskin Iam Jan 2, 2009, 12:18am EST

what a wonderful daughter in law you are......

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Esther IS Flesh and Blood S. Jan 2, 2009, 12:23am EST

what a wonderful daughter in law you are......
Solskin Iam , Jan 2, 2009, 12:18am EST

I concur. You are very sweet and so kind to do this for your MIL. The sign of loving the man in her life. Awesome!

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MrsRoad Runner Jan 2, 2009, 12:31am EST

Very good!

What I would like to know is, there has been advancements in such condition as Alzheimers, but why did it take one of our presidents to die with it before anything of substance was published and drugs to come out (that don't work well, but it is something)?

It can not be easy..... I hope you take care of yourself too?

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Elle L. Jan 2, 2009, 12:35am EST

My heart goes out to you and your family, My grandmother had Alzheimer's for many years before she passed last May, and now my mother in law has it, it's really hard on the whole family. I know what you mean about the good days and the bad days sometimes I don't know which is worst, it's heartbreaking.

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Nana to Seven Cutiepies Jan 2, 2009, 9:52am EST

This is good to know and read over if you are caring for someone with Alzheimers, a nice reminder of the patient's feelings and needs. Blessings to you for being such a good person, caring and loving her like you do.

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Kelly Kay Jan 3, 2009, 5:43pm EST

I understand Alzheimer's and the toll it takes on the person who suffers from it, as well as the family and caretakers. Make sure you give yourself "breaks", however small you need some time for you. God bless you.

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