Seems a good peace of writing that I can relate to. My mothers dementia was dragging me down to a world where I wished I would die before her. She did not recognise me or appreciate what I was doing. I cared for her the best I could but wished she would die soon as I hated to see her with no quality of life. Social services realised that I needed a break and offered to get her two weeks in respite care. I took the opportunity and went to Greece for a break. That death that seemed to come too slowly for her suddenly accelerated and she died whilst I was taking a holiday. If only I had known.
Yes whatever you think of the author of that link I know what she is saying. :-(
ladybirder - you are not wrong! I was just thinking about death because I was talking to my cousin tonight and her Mum (my late Mum`s sister) is at end stage from breast cancer. I have been trying to console her but what can you say? There is nothing that you can say.
My Mum died 2 years ago this month. Her breast cancer ended up in her brain which was a blessing because it confused her and so she didn't know that she was dying. I hope for the same thing for my Aunt but I don't think that will be the case. Still, as my Mum used to say "There is always someone worse off than yourself"
SJ, I read the article. There is much in it to which I can relate, several times over. I agree with you, it was well written and heartfelt. Just our point of view, of course ;)
Ladybirder, strange that hatred for someone unknown transcends even something like the pain and grief experienced at the imminent death of a loved one. That is beyond my comprehension. My failing, clearly.....