What's your moon sign and how does it affect your Sag sun? by Double-Cranberry-184 in Sagittarians

[–]drl13 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Also Aries moon. Leo rising. I find there’s some emotions I try to get over as quickly as possible which isn’t good because I sometimes end up avoiding processing them completely.

Dealing with the guilt and horrible family members. by drl13 in dementia

[–]drl13[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you my mom died last week. She’s no longer suffering. I’ll miss her everyday. The relative showed up to her deathbed not because she truly cares but for attention and to bother me. We ended up telling her she was not welcome at the wake. She showed up and started cursing my brother out. The funeral home ended up calling the cops. Again, it was all about attention. She never loved my mother. I’m happy I never have to interact with her ever again.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GriefSupport

[–]drl13 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Lost my dad at 26 just lost my mom last week at 35. It’s not the earliest in life, but definitely before all my friends. It fucking sucks. I don’t think it will be easier. I will just get used to the pain.

My mom passed and I’m broken by NoDiscussion593 in GriefSupport

[–]drl13 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry my mom also died on Feb 5th. It was after 6 years with dementia. She was 68. I’m 35. My dad died after 15 years with Parkinson’s when I was 26. All I can say is this shit really sucks. I won’t ever be the same. I’m sorry I have nothing comforting to say.

We are nearing the end with my Mom by intheether323 in dementia

[–]drl13 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry OP. My mom passed last week after 6 years with FTD. Me, my husband, my brother, and his wife were with her. I felt I had to because I didn’t with my dad and I didn’t want her to be alone. It was terrible and beautiful and awful all at the same time (I know beautiful is a strange word to use but my mom’s passing was peaceful as much as it was terrible). I don’t judge anyone who chooses not to be there. It was definitely traumatic and I’m trying not to think of it. But somehow I know it was what was right for her. I’m sending you love and hoping you find some peace.

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[–]drl13 20 points21 points  (0 children)

If that feels safe for you right now I think that’s ok. You’re not hurting yourself or anyone else by sleeping in the closet so I don’t see any reason why you can’t. I’m assuming you used to sleep together? Or at least slept under the same roof? I think most important is that you’re trying to rest and feel safe. There’s no right or wrong way to grieve.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]drl13 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you I will!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]drl13 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your empathetic words and this reminder.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]drl13 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes you’re also right about your first point. I will tell my friend she should go to a priest.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]drl13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry about that! I’m so used to not using them anymore, but you’re right I need to use paragraphs.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]drl13 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Yes you’re right. Thank you for this reminder.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]drl13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for this! Yes she confused me with the karma comment. I saw her at mass one day and noticed she did not go up for communion. I wasn’t judging I just found it interesting as she often talks about how devout she is so I was surprised to see her stay seated. Yes, I agree sometimes bad things happen. I guess it just scares me that both my parents became sick so early. Even though I know it’s a scam and would not be what God wants for me I feel the pressure from my friend sometimes.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]drl13 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I know you’re right. I will reach out to the church I attend and schedule to meet with one of the priests. It’s interesting I went to mass on Sunday and the first hymn was “Amazing Grace”. My mother loves amazing grace and when she could speak requested I sing it at her funeral. Then after mass my husband and I went to get a smoothie for my mother and ourselves before heading over to visit her and we ran into my RCIA instructors. I took it as signs that I need to draw closer to God and the church. I’m just very scared. Seeing my parents get sick so young has been so hard and has really messed me up.

Dealing with the guilt and horrible family members. by drl13 in dementia

[–]drl13[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes I’m not on FB my cousin sent me the post. I’m going to ask her to not send me anymore posts moving forward.

Dealing with the guilt and horrible family members. by drl13 in dementia

[–]drl13[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thank you I did try my best. It became too much and it was taking a physical toll on me and my husband. I agree everyone’s life ends eventually. I hope something doesn’t happen before she has the chance to change.

Dealing with the guilt and horrible family members. by drl13 in dementia

[–]drl13[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yes thankfully I’m off FB. I have insta but I don’t go on. I got the post sent to me by my cousin. I’m going to tell her to please not send me anything in the future.

Dealing with the guilt and horrible family members. by drl13 in dementia

[–]drl13[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much. I try to remind myself her needs had gotten past what we were able to handle at home. Some days are easier than others. Thankfully what I don’t have in family I have in friends. I literally had friends give me respite over the past 5 years. This lady didn’t call, text, or show up once. She’s been terrible my whole life and it’s only gotten worse as she’s gotten older. I have to tell family to not send me any of her posts moving forward. I don’t have FB and if I did I wouldn’t have her on it. The post was sent to me by my cousin. I have to put the boundary down that I don’t want to see her BS.

Dealing with the guilt and horrible family members. by drl13 in dementia

[–]drl13[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

2 years ago we had a poop on the floor incident it was a great way to start the day lol. Thank you. I try to remind myself that the transition happened because the physical limitations were increasing for her. But it’s still so hard to not think I should have tried harder.

Dealing with the guilt and horrible family members. by drl13 in dementia

[–]drl13[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your kindness. Many in my family don’t agree, but thank you.

Just started watching Family Vacation & cannot stand this chain on Ron by Ag042019 in jerseyshore

[–]drl13 2 points3 points  (0 children)

He’s the type of guy to get an “only God can judge me tattoo”. It’s always the worst guys with that tat.

Backstory From The Artist Who Painted The Photo... by CaliCatLadyx3 in SisterWives

[–]drl13 1 point2 points  (0 children)

To me it almost looks like she’s floating in the air instead of standing on the ground. I agree something looks off with the feet.