This will be my Mom's 85th birthday card in November. If there ever was a survivor, it is my Mom. In the last 10 years, she has had three cancers and two surgeries: colon, breast and now endometrial. None of these cancers are genetically related. When she had the colon cancer, she was also diagnosed with Alzheimer's. It was probably already there, the stress of this cancer brought it to the top. Because of Alzheimer's and her generally weak physical condition, a hysterectomy is not an option. Will this third cancer be the end? Who knows? Every day is a bonus with her.
The Alzheimer's has robbed her of not only her short term but her long term memory also. But when she could remember long term, she would tell us that her high school English teacher wrote this King Lear quote in her year book. It describes my mother perfectly. I know it's a bit dated in terms of how women should be viewed but to me, it's my Mom. We are so blessed that the Alzheimer's has not changed her personality.
Three birds for the three cancers, five pearls just because. I admire my Mom very much and hope I have as much grace in the future as she does now.
Date: Thursday, October 4, 2012 GMT Views: 1180
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Registered: July 9, 2008 Location: Stars Fell on Alabama Posts: 74653
Thu, Oct 04, 2012 @ 8:50 AM
Very pretty and a post that shows what a strong woman your mom must be. I love the quote. I know you're staying strong for you mom.
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Registered: March 20, 2005 Location: Butler, PA Posts: 77633
Thu, Oct 04, 2012 @ 9:07 AM
This is a beautiful, well thought out tribute to your mom...even if he altzheimers doesn't allow her to understand it, it is so beautiful, it is sure to bring her pleasure. God bless!
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Registered: April 21, 2004 Location: Clark Fork, ID Posts: 12797
Thu, Oct 04, 2012 @ 10:44 AM
Wonderful card. I know your Mom will think it's lovely even if memory doesn't allow understanding. You are very brave to share your thoughts on your Mom and her life now.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts, and your lovely card. I love the way you used that dsp on the birds as well as the dsp on the background. You inspired me to spend a little time with my thoughts about my Mom.
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Registered: October 19, 2007 Location: Packer Country, WI Posts: 71911
Thu, Oct 04, 2012 @ 12:47 PM
If a card could move a mountain, this one would. It is a beautiful tribute to your Mom. Thank goodness we have the good memories to cling to. You do nature cards so well, and this is fantastic. tfs