After we went up in the morning to see my mom, we got the call about an hour later that she passed away. It’s like she was waiting to spend one last Christmas with her girls. Thank you everyone on this subreddit that has reached out to me, and supported me through this battle. She was only 58, way too young. My heart goes out to everyone dealing with something similar. I feel like at 26 years old this isn’t real. I hope everyone had a good Christmas 💔❤️
Your mom absolutely waited for you. You being there allowed her to relax and let go. You being there told her “I won’t leave with my girls wanting one last Christmas”. You gave her the greatest gift — your love and attention — and now she gets to be at peace. Sending you reminders that your mom will always be with you in your memories and stories you’ll share with and among your loved ones
I believe that this is a real thing. My grandmother died on her 91st birthday, in the hospital, several weeks after a stroke, and I think she just hung on, wanting to have one more birthday.
Seconding this comment. My condolences, OP ❤️🩹
I'm so sorry. May she be at peace. ❤️
I’m so sorry for your loss. I am lucky and dealing with this with my mother being 92. Lost my first mom at 10 and thinking that my 2nd mom won’t make it to 93.
I wish you peace and joy knowing that your mom is no longer suffering. I understand that finding joy is not easy.
As a 68 year old man recently diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer's disease, I worry about the stress my wife and other caregivers will experience as my disease progresses. I would rather die sooner than expected. That should give my caregivers joy, knowing my wishes were granted and everyone can move forward.
I am really sorry. I wish you the best !❤️I never minded the work involved, it is just really sad not being able to do anything :(
You sound like kalepa. And kalepa2.
Same here. If I ever get that, I wouldn’t want to even be alive anymore and I hope I never get that. Sorry that that’s happening to you 🥲
I’m so very sorry. May I ask, do you have a family history of Alzheimer’s? Or a health issue that preceded the diagnosis?
I do not have a family history of Alzheimer's. I do have the APOE4 gene though.
I think the presence of the gene is going to be key as research continues seeking a cure or even prevention.
A few days ago, I wrote about the APOE4 gene in my blog. I think you will enjoy reading it.
My Alzheimer's Journey - by Greg R https://share.google/J89paSTWuqJB5m3iA
Yes. Sometimes people’s have the gene, but is not always manifested in other family members with symptoms. It’s hit or miss as to who will develop it, sadly. I wound love to read your blog. Thanks for sharing.
You are absolutely correct. The catalyst for the blog post was a Redditor who raised a question about being tested for the APOE4 gene at an early age. It is interesting what I discovered. Thanks
So sorry 😞
So sorry.
So sorry for your loss 💜
I'm sorry. 😢
May peace be with you and yours.
So sorry for your loss. Blessings to you and your family 🙏🖤
May she rest in peace ❤️
Oh no. That’s so sad. I’m sorry. Way too young…ahhhh
It’s so sweet she wanted one more Xmas with her girls. Sending you all the love and strength. Be kind to yourself and yours.
Mine too. At 3:30 PM. I was with her, thank God - just flew up here late last night after receiving word from hospice that she did not have long to live. At least she had a long life - I am sorry your mom did not have that.
I am so sorry, thank god you got to be there with her ❤️❤️ sending my condolences!!
So sorry you’re going through this. ❤️
oh my gosh i’m so sorry for your loss. that is much too young
Sorry for your loss. So young.
On Christmas?? And only 58?? Oh my gosh! I would be so sad. Sorry about your mom 🥲 My mom was first diagnosed with dementia in 2014 (63 yrs old) it’s now 2025 and she barely went into a skilled nursing facility last week. But there’s a last year like she just got worse and especially a week ago. Like out of nowhere she just declined so fast I don’t know what the heck happened??
I’m so sorry. It’s heartbreaking and far too young to die.
I’m so sorry. Sending you uplifting thoughts to you and your loved ones. Please take care of yourself.
I am so sorry. She was still so young! My heart goes out to you.
I lost my mother as well, two days before Thanksgiving this year (a month ago). I told my mom (who had been unconscious for the previous month) that my sister was flying in to see her, and asked that she just hold on another two days. Sister came, saw her a few times, and flew back home. Mom passed 3 days later. I swear she was hanging on just for that. 💔
I hope your mom is at peace now too. Please accept a virtual hug 🫂!
So very sorry! You'll carry her in your heart always. My parents passed 20+ years ago. I still think about them all the time and I'm grateful for what they gave me and the good times that we shared. I'm so sorry you lost her so young. Just remover her love and know she would have been proud of you as you navigate your adult life.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Allow yourself time to grieve and move through the loss, and trust that your mom is always with you, in your memories and in your heart. My heart is breaking for you
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This is very young indeed. Very sorry for your loss. Sending you sincere condolences and prayers. May she rest in peace.
I'm sorry for your loss.
So glad for you that you were able to be there with her. Hoping that wonderful memories of her will sustain you in the time to come. Dementia is so cruel, but you were there for her. Sending you a virtual hug.
So sorry for your loss.
I’m so very sorry. Yes, she was way too young - as are you to have to be dealing with this shit disease.
Wishing you both peace. You gave her such a gift, and don’t be surprised if you find little “gifts” from her from time to time. Our loved ones are never really that far.
Much love to you and your sisters.
So sorry for your loss.
Sorry for your loss
I’m very sorry for your loss! Sending love and prayers! 💕🙏
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I'm so sorry for your loss. Your mom was so young. She's at peace now, hopefully you'll find some too.
You have my sympathy, but believe she is at peace now. Huge internet hugs!
My grandmother passed away on Christmas Eve. After so long with Alzheimer's and dementia, it was a time of many changes in my life. I used to lose my patience with her shouting, but in her final moments, I was able to understand her better, and her passing was a great sadness for me. I still feel bad for not having been more patient with her, but please understand that it wasn't easy for me to witness those changes. When she was well, I used to go to her house, and she and my grandfather would tell me stories; that was what I loved most about going there.
I’m so sorry friend, wrapping you in hugs and love! She definitely waited for you guys to have that one last Christmas morning. ❤️
I’m so sorry for your loss!
I am so very sorry. Sending you a virtual hug. May your Mom and you both be at peace. My deepest condolences ♥️
Im sorry for your loss cauz I feel i it. I don't that she's in a better place. What I care is y is this happening. My mother suffered as a child, get last days is to forget, period. No! Not deflecting from your l loss. You barely got to know her. But after seeing my mom live for 87 ƴrs and then get this. Dont get it