My father was a senior officer in the Indian Army. He was always known to be very strong, energetic and full of child-like enthusiasm. After his retirement, when I and my sister made our houses, he was the strength behind their smooth execution. My mother was a perfect foil for him. He would walk not [...]
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I am 57 years old. Recently my mother passed away. In the 57 years that I have been living I have never been away from my mother for any significant period of time. I love my mother and have always looked to provide the best of comfort to her. My Mother was an active person. [...]
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My mother has Alzheimer’s and needs more care from her husband and me. As her only daughter, I visit at least one day a week, and take her to church where she meets with old friends and feels at home. Our roles are reversed, as I now guide her through the halls and help her [...]
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