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Death's Door

Posted on May 5, 2015 by For Glory Sake!

I’ve posted a lot about nutrition lately… it’s been good to have something else to think about besides my mom’s health. She’s been bringing us a lot of concern since December when she fell. Rapid decline began when my dad … Continue reading →

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The Memorial

Posted on February 24, 2015 by For Glory Sake!

We finally had a memorial celebrating our dad’s life and it was wonderful! The most amazing aspect was all the family that gathered together at our house. My 3 sisters with their adult kids arrived Friday. More cousins joined in … Continue reading →

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Hope For the Caregiver

Posted on January 12, 2015 by For Glory Sake!

I’ve read this verse countless times, but I never once thought about it the way I am today: “Be strong and courageous, do not be discouraged, for the LORD will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 I do … Continue reading →

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When Life Gets Crazy

Posted on January 5, 2015 by For Glory Sake!

My mother, a typical Southern-belle, has decided she’s not ready to die right now after all (her words). We have stepped up our care for both my parents however. Especially Papa who seems to be failing very fast. We were … Continue reading →

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…and then some.

Posted on December 21, 2014 by For Glory Sake!

Last week I posted about seeking abundant grace, knowing He would bring it. That very day, I let my daily care-helper off for a  trip. No worries, some family is coming. That night, my mom (79) fell backwards in the bathroom, on … Continue reading →

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The possibilities of growing old… part 2

Posted on November 30, 2014 by For Glory Sake!

Life has become very fragile. My dad does not speak much anymore. He is restless and agitated. They both sleep a lot during the day. In the evenings he has “sun-downing”- common to Alzheimer’s. He must be watched constantly!!! My mother … Continue reading →

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