tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5414682282080666745.post3912931424726040390..comments2017-08-06T05:35:10.877-04:00Comments on BoomVista: Between and BetwixtMarty Merzerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05939358567479460969noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5414682282080666745.post-70033303953351862262007-04-12T19:24:00.000-04:002007-04-12T19:24:00.000-04:00Prior to my dear father's passing away in '01, I w...Prior to my dear father's passing away in '01, I was the person who assumed responsibility to take care of him. We laughed at times and cried as well. I spent more time with my father in those last three years than I had in the previous 30. They were the best years we had together and I am regretful that we hadn't been closer all those years. But, it became a true role reversal. I suddenly became the 'parent' and he the 'child'. It was, at times, an awkward and difficult situation that led to many disagreements just as the original roles had. During this time, I had few to talk with for advice and ideas on how to handle this situation. One thing that made many decisions easier was having his living will directing what and what not to do. I highly recommend those, btw. Perhaps this forum will evolve to a place where these concerns surrounding elder care can be discussed. Thanks, MartyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com