Thanksgiving, 2009, my mother, well known as "Nana Pap", moved to my hometown, five miles from my home. She was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, and Mom, my sibs and I knew that she needed more care than she could receive in an independent living situation. She gave us a list of what she wanted in her new home:
* Close to one of her children
* Two bedrooms, so everyone could visit
* Catholic Mass available
* Lots of fun activities
We all hunted, and I was lucky enough to find something that fit the bill. I am so happy that she is close; I am also a bit terrified-- she deserves the best. Can I give her that?
I often tell "Nana stories". They are often quite funny-- the Alzheimers mind is pretty weird. I told Mom that I often share her comments and exploits with friends and family, and the stories make people laugh. "Oh," she said, "Thank goodness! I have always liked making people laugh!" We have many conversations about why she has Alzheimers. We have decided that "God has a Plan". "I don't have to like it, but I know He has a reason. I will definitely have some questions for Him one day...", she says. I hope to use this site to describe some of her exploits, both funny and thought provoking.
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