Parents

M is home. Her visit to Puerto Rico was exhausting, both physically and emotionally, but especially emotionally.


Her family is still wondering if putting J in a care facility is the best thing to do. They feel guilty and sad and they will miss her terribly. They know that she will get the best care there, better than if she were still at home, but it is still difficult.


This is all ripping them at the seams unfortunately. Coming unraveled when they should be united. Since M is the oldest, they all leaned on her, so she tried to be as strong as she could during the 5 days she was there. Even her Dad leaned on her.


It's hard being the strong one sometimes, especially when you just want to curl up on a ball and cry your eyes out.


She'll have that time now that she's home.


I know what it's like to lose a mother. It's is very difficult. They were your rock, your comfort, your teacher, your friend. They kissed the boo boo's and pushed you on the swings. They tucked you in at night and read you stories and kissed your head and gave you love.


When that is all gone - you have this big empty place that you don't know how to fill.


M still has time with her Mom, the physical person is still here with us, and that spirit shows itself from time to time.

A special "toast" to all of the Mom's in the world. We love you!!!