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[quote=Anonymous]Before my Mom died, I spent time with her. I listened. I sympathized — as well as I could — with the restrictions on her formerly active and independent life. And listening meant doing some running around. When she talked nostalgically about enjoying winesap apples as a child — I found her some. I lugged over her own Christmas tree and decorations to her assisted living apartment, along with ribbons and branches — so that she was able to make her own door decorations and swags (plus one for me). I brought her photograph albums that she had assembled over the years — and listened to her share her memories. A friend did something really wonderful: She arranged for a car service to take my wheelchair bound Mom on outings. My Mom enjoyed planning them. They ranged from places like the Arboretum to driving around the city where my Mom was born, while she shared her memories with us. So, not this week, but kind things that mattered. [/quote]
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