Hi im 39 and i care for my mum i dont live with her but it sure feels it. I look after all her appointments and phone calls and chasing professionals. I went on courses to help her and my alcohol dependent parent just to give myself knowledge. Shes got delerium had it over a year and no close to what else it could be. They are testing her for dementia and her mental state and physical is getting worse. Ive built her a support circle and i feel im doing it on my own. From having a little breakdown and a back flare im now learning self luv again. Being a carer hurts so much watching the person you luv decline. Shes still coming out with one liners and i still make her smile too. Im juggling work and my friend’s have had to take a backseat unfortunately. I hope i can help people and i think chatting to people who share similar experiences will help me on this journey i find poetry works it helps me reflect and evaluate.
What sort of poetry? If you don’t mind me asking