During my last visit Up North, Dad asked me to take Ma shopping to get some “female” things and some additional stuff at Kmart (really the only place to go “shopping” in town).
First priority – refill one of her Alzheimer’s prescriptions.
Dad was writing out a list for us: “How do you spell Aricept?”
Ma – without missing a beat: “A-R-I-C-E-P-T”
I was surprised by this. On the last birthday card I received from my Mom, she misspelled my name.
Dad continued with his list: “Panties.”
Ma: “Eeeew – I hate the way you say that word.”
Dad said it a few more times just to watch her squirm.
“Panties. Panties. Panties.”
Ma cringed and soon we all were laughing. And it felt really good. I can’t remember the last time I shared a genuine laugh with Mom.
And it was because of the word panties.
Panties.
Go ahead and say it out loud. It’s a funny word.
Ma and I made it to Kmart and we checked everything off the list. Including the bright “Polack Orange” crocs. It was a good day.
3 comments:
Wow, I am so impressed with you and this blog. These are truly heartfelt stories and I look forward to reading more experiences and memories.
Thank you for sharing these, I do hope it helps you. You are a very talented and gifted writer. It is so obvious that you adore and admire your mom.
Your dedication brought me to tears and reminded me to continue to always appreciate the important people in our lives. I appreciate you and your friendship, thank you for sharing your feelings. Like your boss said, you are very brave.
I have always admired that about you, hugs Kristine
As always I am in awe of your wits, guts and grace. This is a great tribute to your mom and your feelings for her. I am so lucky to get to call a person with such talent and strength my friend. Keep it up lady-friend.
You are, indeed, a talented writer. You convey your experiences and feelings so vividly. I think blogging will help you express your feelings. I'm always here for you, when you need to say it out loud!
Love you, mean it, don't go changing!!!!
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