That is the question, isn’t it?
My mother died from Alzheimer’s disease in 2019 after we lived through her decline for a decade. It wasn’t pretty, but I captured some of her struggle and my reflections as we walked through what I call “shades of death.”
Perhaps you’re walking that path now? I hope my posts will encourage you.
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Shades of Death: When You Lose a Loved One to Alzheimer’s Disease
When you lose someone by Alzheimer’s, you lose her progressively. Both you and the one you love experience shades of death. Continue reading Shades of Death: When You Lose a Loved One to Alzheimer’s Disease
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The Final Shade of Death: She Doesn’t Have Alzheimer’s Anymore!
The eulogy for my mother — but, more important, why the final “shade of death” from Alzheimer’s is joyous for believers in Jesus. Continue reading The Final Shade of Death: She Doesn’t Have Alzheimer’s Anymore!
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For the love of mom…
My mother has loved me well. I will remember that as she remembers less and less — and love her well in return. I hate Alzheimer’s disease. Continue reading For the love of mom…
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So how can I feel so blessed? I prayed for rain today, Mother’s Day, because I wanted God to cry with me for my loss. Today is my first Mother’s Day without my mom. I imagine it is the first Mother’s Day without a mom for many around the world, as COVID-19 has stolen loved… Continue reading Today Is My First Motherless Mother’s Day
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Hi, I’m Sara. Previously a magazine editor, I became a full-time mother and freelance writer in 2017. When I’m not spending time with my wonderful kids and husband, I love writing about my fascination with food, adventure, and living a healthy and organized life! Read more
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