She’s finally able to rest . . . | Suspension of Disbelief

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Dec

My mother’s mom had been sick for a very long time. She was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s about 12 years ago, and had steadily (but slowly) declined since then. She lived in her own home all this time and was fortunate to be able to have around the clock nursing care in her own home.

The past year had been more difficult for her. While her mind had been gone for some time, her physical health hadn’t been too bad until recently. Her episodes of low blood pressure and breathing problems became more frequent, and we knew that her body was beginning to shut down.

This evening around 8:45pm, Nana passed away in her home. My mother and her sisters were there by her side. I will be leaving in about 4 hours to drive with my brother to Georgia to be with our family. While I am sad that she is gone, I am more relieved that she can finally be at rest. This is a difficult and awful disease, and I know that she tried her hardest as long as she could.

Please pray for my family as we travel to be together to honor her. She lived a very full and successful life, and I have great respect for all that she accomplished.

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7 Responses to “She’s finally able to rest . . .”

ashley @ twentysixcats Says: December 10th, 2007 at 12:59 pm
*Hug* I’m sorry for your loss. My own grandmother had Alzheimer’s as well, and passed away in 2001. I hope you have a safe trip!

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Rachel Says: December 10th, 2007 at 11:41 pm
::huggles Lindsey::

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Leanne Says: December 16th, 2007 at 1:40 pm
My condolences to you and your family. Hugs to you and especially your mom.

xo

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Amy Says: December 16th, 2007 at 10:47 pm
hugs!!

I miss you alot!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Are you in NC, GA or FL?

And my blog needs to be repaid up for the year. let me know how this works!!

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Bill McCauley Says: December 17th, 2007 at 4:48 am
I am sorry for your loss. My mom passed away from Alzheimer’s and associated complications not to long ago. Alzheimer’s takes a terrible toll on the sufferer and everyone around them. You and your family are in my thoughts.

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mollie Says: December 20th, 2007 at 6:14 am
I am sorry for your loss

I wanted to let you know that I got a domain..I kinda disappeared for awhile..sorry!

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