How does loss and grief become a blessing? I’ve said before that writing is how I heal. And never is the weight of grief more lifted than when I’m writing letters to my mom. As it turns out, being an Alzheimer’s daughter gave me a voice. Dear Mom, I don’t know if you can read my…
I created this lemon basil fruit salad yesterday, using fruit I already had in my refrigerator. Inspired by last week’s Brain Food post, I concocted an easy maple syrup glaze full of herbal, lemon flavor. This fruit salad is a light, refreshing treat, perfect for Easter brunch or a summer picnic. I’ve listed the fruit…
Today, I’m celebrating 60 years of my late mother Dixie. I had a pleasant surprise in my inbox this morning. It was an email from BlogHer, explaining that they were featuring my recent post, “Dear Mom: You Were My First Blessing,” on their website and social media accounts today. I’m not sure if the ladies…
I have received several requests for the playlist of country gospel funeral songs from my mother’s services. Music played an important role in my journey through my mother’s illness. It helped me maintain my connection to my mother while she was still alive and also helped me to say goodbye and honor her memory when…
I didn’t know I would say goodbye to my mother eight days after I wrote Keep Me In Your Heart: A Father’s Day Wish. She finally found peace after Alzheimer’s disease. My mother found peace after Alzheimer’s disease The five days leading up to my mother’s death were physically and emotionally trying. I hated watching…
