Comments on: Update on my mother

By: OregonGuy

OregonGuy — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 04:29:10 +0000

The Mater is 83. Her oldest sister is 93 and still walking down and back on Russian Hill. Their oldest sister died two years ago at 101. That aunt deceased before my uncle, her husband, at 103.

They were together at her end.

Has anyone studied the role of prayer in longevity? Would be curious to find out.
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By: stu

stu — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 23:47:23 +0000

Art I have a good friend whose Italian mother will soon celebrate her 100 birthday. You would think she is 70 judging by her appearance and her acuity. I think there is something to be said for the Mediterranean diet. On my mother’s side an aunt just died at 99 and on my father’s side a cousin lived to 104. May we all have a better quality of life in our declining years.

By: Art

Art — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 17:11:38 +0000

Make that Oct 1893.

By: Art

Art — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 17:09:33 +0000

My Grandma was born in Oct 1894, and died July 1993, just three months short of 100.

She never smoked. Was always active, a super good cook. She personally ate very little meat, mostly Italian fresh vegetable dishes like dandelion, escarole, zucchini, beans….but she always had her strong red port wine several times a day.

When she passed away we were all shocked, we thought she was going to go another ten or so.

By: Susanamantha

Susanamantha — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 14:41:35 +0000

Vieux Charles, Beverly, lil Sis and Neo,
Thanks for your kind words. My mother was 89, hoped to see 100, but had suffered and overcome several major illnesses in the past 15 years, including breast cancer, 3 intestinal surgeries, and shingles. The last 5 years, dementia began to take its toll. She maintained her good spirits till the end and never complained. My frustration was with the nursing home, only. We knew my mom’s wishes regarding end of life care. She had filled out and signed all appropriate legal documents 10 years ago. I recommend that we all have those kind of talks with our loved ones well before necessary. Keep copies of all documents (health care POA, living will, etc.) handy. Never forget to let those you love know that you do.

By: Lil Sis

Lil Sis — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 08:25:47 +0000

Dearest Neo, Susanamantha & Beverly,
We gals and our moms. I grew up in the Midwest, moved to SoCA for 30 yrs after college only to return and marry my college sweetheart, who was returning from living in Northern CA for 35 yrs. The year after my return my mom was declared incompetent at 90, placed into a skilled nursing facility with advanced Alzheimer’s Disease. She battled being there for at least 2 years and then she began to love those around her as they always loved her. She died this past Oct. 22nd, nearly 45 yrs after we lost my dad, a physician whom she adored, at nearly 95. The world is far less interesting without her in it yet Heaven is blessed with her presence. Thank you for your wit and wisdom. She would have loved you in better days. Thanks for all you do and have a safe drive. It can be a great place to ponder and reflect.
Lil Sis

By: Beverly

Beverly — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 07:53:05 +0000

Susanamantha, I lost my mother last year, in October; she was 81. My sister also died last year, in April, age 57: liver cancer.

It hurts whether they go “on time” or “too early.” Hugs, Beverly.

By: Vieux Charles

Vieux Charles — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 05:46:26 +0000

Susanamantha, Sorry for your loss, and the frustration the whole experience has left with you.

By: Vieux Charles

Vieux Charles — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 05:43:00 +0000

Almost 97, good gracious. I hope I make it to 52. God bless, you obviously love her very much.

By: antonnia Santos

antonnia Santos — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 03:45:26 +0000

Thinking of you. Your mom is lucky to have her gumption intact.