A memory for my mother

[parkinsonshereandnow]

Five days ago, on Wednesday, April 26, my mother, Ana Maria Rivera Melgar, passed away. Those of you who visit these places (blog, Facebook...), do so for various reasons, the most common are two: for friendship and for the fight against Parkinson's disease. And many times, these two go together.I dedicated the book "The Cure for Parkinson's" to her and she was following the sales with great enthusiasm. Not because of the financial part but because she found it magical that books from the English translation were sold in India, Japan or Canada. "Her" book...

What else could I say? She knew well what Parkinson's was like as a family caregiver and she always supported me to keep one of the two promises I made to my father so that he would go peacefully: to help the patients and their families (she reminded me to put everything important in a blog and in free books). The other promise was to take care of her.

(The photo is from a month ago, March 26).

You rest in peace...

'Only those who avoid love can avoid grief. The point is to learn from grief and remain vulnerable to love.'

John Brantner.

[Sun_and_flowers]

My condolences for your loss, Jesús. I'm not very good with words, but just want to say I feel for you. A hug to you, be strong.

[parkinsonshereandnow in reply to Sun_and_flowers]

Thank you very much, Sun_and_flowers

[Gioc]

Sentite condoglianze.

Gio

[parkinsonshereandnow in reply to Gioc]

Grazie di cuore, Gio.

[Frankieh]

So sorry about your mom. Beautiful picture. Hugs

[parkinsonshereandnow in reply to Frankieh]

Thanks a lot, Frankieh

[Wandererdarling]

Bless her. May she rest in peace

[parkinsonshereandnow in reply to Wandererdarling]

Thank you very much, Wandererdarling. Somehow, I feel deep down that she is already in Heaven and with my father.

[Godiv]

What a beautiful lady! I’m so sorry for your loss. My mom passed away a year ago in April. Sometimes I feel so sad that other people won’t get to know her and her crazy sense of humor and intelligence. She was wonderful and it’s always hard to lose wonderful people who happen to love us so much. There’s nothing like a good mom. Although my dad was pretty wonderful also.

Grief is painful. But there’s a light at the end of the tunnel. You go back and forth of course but gradually begin to see little bits of progress. But that doesn’t mean you’ll ever lose her truly. Of course it’s not the same but it’s something: she will always be with you in your heart .

[parkinsonshereandnow in reply to Godiv]

Thanks, Godiv. Your message touched my heart. And I am so sorry for your loss.

[Godiv in reply to parkinsonshereandnow]

Thank you so much, here and now. It’s heartbreaking. But I try to think of my parents — like all good parents, their goal was to raise a fully fledged, independent adult. And by seeking to make us strong, they help prepare us for this . It’s a gift of love.

However, catch me on a bad day and I won’t be as philosophical :-). It’s hard. But it will get better for you truly.

[PDFree]

I’m so sorry for your loss of your beautiful mother. I believe she and your father raised a son they are very proud of. Blessings to you.

[Parkinsons1954]

Lo siento mucho. Que en paz descanse 🙏🏼

[parkinsonshereandnow in reply to Parkinsons1954]

Muchas gracias, Parkinsons1954. 🙏

[Boscoejean]

Condolences to you and your family

[DEAT]

Sincere condolences on your loss.

[JayPwP]

My condolences

[Baron1]

Words can not describe my deep sympathy for you.

First it was China's Coronavirus, and people lost valuable time with loved ones.

Now a war rages in Europe.

It is so frustrating that billions of dollars and resources are being wasted for one persons selfish reasons (Vladimir Putin), when diseases are in need of money; like Parkinson's.

So sad, as life is not replaceable.

Best wishes to you and your family.

[Wonky-Bride]

A touching eulogy to your mother: her loss is deep but your memories are long.

[chantingwpd]

Very sweet ❤️❤️❤️ so sorry for your loss.

[Meg024]

I'm so sorry for your loss and thank you for the inspiration you share, thanks to your wonderful mother. May you all know God's deep peace.

[Missy0202]

I'm so deeply sorry for your loss Jesus

[Tayogi]

Lo siento mucho Jesús. Esa foto es hermosa. Un abrazo desde la distancia.-Tati

[Bolt_Upright]

She seems like somebody that lived a very good and worthy life, the same as you are doing also. Much respect to you both.

[LagLag37]

So sorry for your loss. My mother passed 14 years ago and I still think of her nearly everyday. Stay strong!

[Sydney75]

My sympathies, may she rest in peace.

[parkinsonshereandnow in reply to Sydney75]

Thanks a lot, Sydney75

[Despe]

So sorry for your loss. I lost mine in March 2015 and the void can't be filled!

[parkinsonshereandnow in reply to Despe]

Thank you very much, Despe.And I am sorry for your loss. The passage of time helps, but nothing more...

[Phusson]

Sorry to hear this

[parkinsonshereandnow in reply to Phusson]

Thank you, Phusson.

[chartist]

I am sorry for your loss, Jesus and I hope your mother is smiling upon you and your efforts now!

Art

[parkinsonshereandnow in reply to chartist]

Thank you very much, Art. I was telling her that I had found a place (this one) where there were so many patients and relatives who knew so many important and interesting things, that I was learning as much as when I read the first books about Parkinson's. And that made her very happy.

[Zella23]

what a lovely photo of your lovely mother, and your touching words about her. So sorry to hear about your loss and am sending our condolences to you.

[parkinsonshereandnow in reply to Zella23]

Thank you very much for your kind words, Zella23

[6daniparky]

Sentite condoglianze per la perdita di tua madre.

[parkinsonshereandnow in reply to 6daniparky]

Grazie di cuore, 6daniparky