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J.K. Ghillis's avatar

Painful and soothing in equal measure...

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Ollie Redfern's avatar

Thank you for reading, my friend.

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Wendy Varley's avatar

So touching Ollie. And a wonderful thing you did for your mother, being with her. I'm reminded of circular conversations with elderly relatives and of reminiscence sessions in care homes.

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Ollie Redfern's avatar

Thank you. During the five years I cared for her, I sometimes wavered, but when I look back now from the UK, I see that it was the right thing - especially to be there during COVID!

She's now in my brother's good care, but I still help financially from afar, and she's doing well, all things considered.

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Wendy Varley's avatar

Tough times. That's good to know that she's doing well.

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David Gemeinhardt's avatar

The last part hit me right in the feels. I once had a similar exchange with my late mother.

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Ollie Redfern's avatar

Sending you a big hug, and a thanks for reading.

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Jodi Sh. Doff's avatar

You know how much I love this. Besos to your ma. I don’t know the word in Portuguese. 💕

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Ollie Redfern's avatar

Yes, Jodi, I imagined you would! Beijos back. ☺️

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<Mary L. Tabor>'s avatar

Heartbreaking and heartwarming at the same time, Ollie. what a marvelous son you were!

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Ollie Redfern's avatar

Thank you, Mary. Xx

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