My mom had alzheimer's. As far I can tell she had a stroke, then a aneurism, and then she died a few days later. My mom was in much pain for a few days. My dad was magnificent. He was with her as much as possible. He rubbed noses with her. He kissed her. He sweet talked her. He truly loved her. He told her they had a good life. He told her to think of all the trips they travelled together. My parents travelled to all the fifty states except Vermont. They travelled all over Western Europe. My dad even met some cousins in Norway. They had grand experiences together.
Maybe just because I'm her son I have a different perspective. Maybe, because I'm a Christian, I have a different perspective. My mom survived cancer and several other ailments to take care of and reared two boys and two girls. Three of the four children, earned Master Degrees. She volunteered as a den leader for Cub Scouts. She encouraged me to get my MBA. My mother lived a good life and she should have no regrets. I want to travel, but when someone comforts me when I lay dying, I want to be reminded of the people I encouraged and helped. How I was good husband and a good father. How much God loves me and how much it seems I loved God.
Mom, you were a great mother and I miss you deeply.
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It's never easy to lose someone you love let alone a Mother. My mom had a major stroke a little over a year ago and we though we were going to lose her but so far the good Lord has keeped her hear with us. I will never be ready for the day that the Lord calls her home. I'm just happy that mom gets to know that Jesus has saved me and I have given my life to Jesus. A mothers love is so special and so many of us take it for granted.
My prayers go out to you Jeff,
God bless.
Kent
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