Mom is doing good. She sometimes has her own ups and downs but I think it’s normal inside the aging process. I have to admit that I was developing an increasing lack of patient towards her situation. I tried to find reasons about my unquestionable behavior but no answer came up.

Today was my first CNA class. It was good and it deeply touched me. One of the topics that the instructor exposed was our future role as caregivers, with special emphasis on older people. While she was talking about what a loss of independence causes, I thought of mom. I felt anguish and wanted to cry (but I did not) I swallowed my tears and I decided to give her more (quality) time and be more patient. I still have time to show that I love her.

I took this picture of her this evening when I came back from my class. I spent more time talking to her and giving answers to all her repetitive questions. She was happy.

The picture below was taken for her anticipated birthday celebrated on Jun 8, her real one is in July 28.

She loves Piñatas…and shares candies with her great grand kids.