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[quote=Anonymous]I had a very distant relationship with my dad. Not abusive, just not the relationship I wanted to have with him. He was never the loving father. He was very self-centered. It was very hard at the end. He had moved from MD to VA and when it was evident that he was unable to live on his own due to dementia, I moved him to an assisted living facility closer to me. His desire was to remain at home, but I just couldn't do it. I resented all of the calls needing assistance, day and night. But I did it. Did I pray that he would die peacefully, yes. Did I feel guilty, not really. I knew he was not living the life he wanted. I hated every minute of it. It was a horrible time. I know now, that I should have taken FMLA. If I am still working when my mom needs care, I will be doing that. [/quote]
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