Monday, April 14, 2008

Deja Vu all over Again

I've been lost in nostalgia for the last day. I found out about a site called LinkedIn and have been networking with old work colleagues from my first job out of college. We were a young group who grew quite close. This was back in the day before the computer industry became 'Dilbertized'. We worked hard but we also had a lot of fun. A whole lot of fun. One of my colleagues posted old photos of the group. Boy did that bring back the memories. I wanted to share this with Mom so much. Not only was this my first job out of college, but it was also my first time away from home. It was a huge growing experience for me and Mom would know so much about it. Except for the Alzheimer's.

Our schizophrenic weather is spring-like now. It was so nice not to have to wear a heavy coat. The sun was so warm today, and tomorrow it's supposed to be even warmer. I'm ready.

Mom seemed to have a good day today. She did a little bit of sundowning during Dancing With The Stars but I was soon able to redirect her attention. I miss my Mom so much, yet I am so grateful that I have her with me. Every day we are together is a blessing.

7 comments:

Greg said...

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~Betsy said...

I'm really glad you seem to be doing so well with mom. Each day truly is a blessing.

As for the comment from Mr. Lang, stories should be compensated. My recommendation is not to share unless compensation is discussed and a contract is signed. Just my two cents...

Annie said...

Out of curiosity I looked at his website. It seems like others are writing his book for him. I'm with Betsy on this one.

Robyn, I know exactly how you feel. Sometimes I look in Mom's eyes and just want a flicker of recognition. I've said it before, I want my Mom back!

nancy said...

bless you robyn. this post was sure heartfelt. glad things are going well for now. (((hugs)))

cornbread hell said...

"every day we are together is a blessing."

amen, robyn.

Joanne said...

Amen to wanting our moms back, Robyn. I know exactly how you feel. Every day is a blessing.

As for the author...I third Betsy's comment.

Annie said...

Just checking in. You and Mom ok?

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