Lisa Notes: Two years missed and counting

Two years missed and counting

Two years ago today, my mom died after suffering with Alzheimer’s. She loved much. She was loved much.

Remembering her today with joy, and missing her still.

What I saw the day Mama died

On the morning of September 8th, her appointment to leave was imminent. We knew it.

She was a woman in labor, her soul being birthed from one world to another.

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Mama’s advice

1. Pray every day

2. Don’t expect too much from anybody

3. Realize everybody has weaknesses

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Five things to learn from those with Alzheimer’s

1. Take baby steps.
2. Ask for what you need.
3. Staying put is easier than moving on.
But it’s not always better.

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The answer is YES

If you can bring someone joy in the moment, make them smile with your presence, show them love and kindness—regardless of how you may feel about their condition—then the answer is yes.

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barbarah 65p · 659 weeks ago

My heart goes out to you, Lisa. I don't think we ever stop missing them, and these anniversaries can be hard, but they are a special time of remembrance as well. Some of your most poignant posts, to me, came out of the time with your mom and then her passing on. Praying for you today.
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outsidemywindowinsidemyheart 38p · 659 weeks ago

A beautiful tribute to your mama, Lisa. So grateful to know you and to call you friend. xoxo

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Sharon O · 659 weeks ago

you write from a tender place and it always should be for you...I am sure you miss her.
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tinuviel · 659 weeks ago

I'm so sorry for your loss. Anniversaries are hard, aren't they? The grief changes, but the wound never completely heals in this life. Thanks be to God that you have been born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ! I'm so glad you and your mom share a common faith and therefore the hope of reunion.

Praying the Lord will comfort you with His nearness today.
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theroadawaitsme 14p · 659 weeks ago

I pray peace for you as you deal with the sorrow and the memories...
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Lynn Severance · 659 weeks ago

((( Hugs )) of understanding.
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Jody Lee Collins · 659 weeks ago

Lisa--this is such a sweet memorial to your mom....it's so important our parents be remembered. My husband and I are right there now with his mom...she lives with us.

thanks for the reminders "The answer is YES."

bless you.
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fancyhorse 20p · 659 weeks ago

Prayer and sympathy for you and your family. My mother died in February. She suffered from dementia at the end, and it came on so suddenly that I was caught by surprise and shock. I don't believe it was Alzheimer's in her case.
I read your book review of I'm Still Here, and it sounds like a wonderful book! I will look for it. I recently read Still Alice by Lisa Genova.
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beverleyhirst63 50p · 659 weeks ago

What a lovely way to remember your mum. I attended Tim's funeral on Thursday and his Mother spoke. She said the following there is no death without sadness, today we walk in darkness but one day we will work in the light together'. It was sad but yet so peaceful and calm. Remember one day you will walk in the light with your Mum and she will no longer be broken.
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Alicia@the Overflow! · 659 weeks ago

So sorry for your loss, but thankful for your wisdom here. You've made me want to go thank my mom while i still can. Blessings to you, my newest SDG friend!
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