"Embracing Love: A Daughter's Tribute to Her Mother's Legacy"

Sharing my journey has never been easy, but I feel compelled to tell it, to express the love, the struggle, and the growth that came with caring for my mother on this Mother's Day.

Life often feels like a rat race, doesn't it? We're all caught up in it, running after success, after something, without pausing to reflect. I've often wondered, do we ever slow down to look at our lives, or do we just focus on our careers? Are we growing as people, or are we becoming mere robots, lost in the grind?

These questions dwelled in my mind until life presented me with an unexpected journey, one that would forever change my perspective. It's a story of love, sacrifice, and the profound lessons learned through caring for my mother like never before.

My mother is one of the most beautiful and enchanting people I have ever known. She was someone who lived truly for others. She sacrificed a lot; first, for her own family as a child, as a sister, and then for her husband and kids. My mother did go through several tough patches in her life but I feel very impressed that she accepted and welcomed every moment. The first time when we learned that she had Alzheimer’s disease, I thought that it was just another problem and she would be fine soon. I didn’t know what it meant for someone to suffer from Alzheimer’s.

As her condition worsened, I left my job to care for her. It wasn't easy. I struggled with patience and understanding. But being home allowed me to connect with her in ways I never had before. In those hard times, my mother taught me compassion, something I had never discovered about myself.

With each passing day, her illness progressed. Hospital visits became routine. I tried everything to help her, from natural remedies to specialized therapies. Yet, her condition continued to deteriorate. Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and other ailments took their toll.

Despite it all, I never lost hope. I remained by her side, playing board games, doing occupational therapy, sharing stories, and trying to have some happy moments with her. But as her illness advanced, so did my role as caregiver. She became dependent on me for everything, her once lively presence was slowly fading.

In her final months, her suffering was unbearable. Bedridden and unable to speak, bed sores aggravated all other issues and she now relied on me completely. I watched helplessly as she slipped away, her once lively presence reduced to mere whispers and sign language. I still remember I would ask her if she wanted to eat her meal if yes she would lift her first finger and move it once and if she didn’t want to eat she would move it twice.

When she took her last breath, I was devastated. But at that moment, I felt a sense of peace. She was finally free from her pain. I truly believe she is in her happy space now. Deepest Gratitude towards all the caregivers who supported us, and most of all, to my father who was always there with me.

My mother's memory lives on, guiding me through life's challenges. Though she may no longer be with me physically, I know she's watching over me, my guardian angel. And as I continue on this journey, I carry her love and strength with me, always.

To all the mothers out there, I want to express my deepest gratitude. You are truly amazing, and your love is the most powerful force in this world. Through your unconditional love, you teach us the true meaning of compassion, sacrifice, and kindness. Your nurturing presence and support shape us into the best versions of ourselves.

My message for everyone: cherish your mother while she's here, as her love is the purest and most unconditional we'll ever know.

A small poem that I had written in her memory:

I was born as your child, That was when you smiled.

You gave me the love that I deserve, Those are the moments that are stored in my reserve. ?

You made the most sumptuous meals just for me, I relished each morsel just like a bee.

? As I grew up you began to be more protective, which led me to become more reactive,

I fought and argued with you till I got a yes, which got you into complete stress,

As I grew a little mature, I realized all that you did was to keep me secure. ?

As you got old and so did I, I realized your value Like never did I. ?

Your illness taught me so much so, that I feel compassionate for every soul.

Now as you are not around, It’s tough for me to calm down. ?

I miss your cozy hugs, And my feelings are now wrapped under the rugs.

I miss you each day and remember the days when our roles got exchanged, You became my daughter and I transformed into a mother,?

Since you are gone I have had thousands of tears shed each day, All I wish is happiness for you in every way ?

I hope I have done my best in this role, I believe you are now an angel soul.

Please come back to me I pray, that I return as your daughter in the times to be And You my mother for births to be.

HAPPY MOTHERS DAY!