by Hope
My mom went to be with the Lord last night. Nine and a half years since her initial diagnosis with Lewy Body Dementia, eight and a half years since that diagnosis was modified to Parkinsons with Dementia, and just short of four years on hospice care.
She has been bed ridden and not responsive for the majority of the last four years.
Hospice told us last Friday that the end was near. She began refusing to eat periodically a couple of weeks ago. Her last full meal was Thursday morning. (A week ago today.)
She went peacefully, surrounded by all of us kids and my dad after a 5 day vigil. She had not opened her eyes since Friday at midnight.
I am so grateful that I have been here this past year. I am so grateful that we were all able to be present for these final days. There was lots of laughter, lots of stories, lots of teasing. It was such a hard but beautiful time together.
I will remain here for the foreseeable future. My dad broached this subject with me when I returned from my trip moving my son here.
Once things settle here, I will be back with promised updates. Today, we are working on funeral arrangements and notifications. Hug your loved ones a little tighter today.
While we all KNOW my mom is whole again and kicking up gold dust…this loss is HUGE for all of us.
Hope is a resourceful and solutions-driven business manager who has spent nearly two decades helping clients streamline their operations and grow their businesses through project management, digital marketing, and tech expertise. Recently transitioning from her role as a single mom of five foster/adoptive children to an empty nester, Hope is navigating the emotional and practical challenges of redefining her life while maintaining her determination to regain financial control and eliminate debt.
Living in a cozy small town in northeast Georgia with her three dogs, Hope cherishes the serenity of the mountains over the bustle of the beach. Though her kids are now finding their footing in the world—pursuing education, careers, and independence—she remains deeply committed to supporting them in this next chapter, even as she faces the bittersweet tug of letting go.
Since joining the Blogging Away Debt community in 2015, Hope has candidly shared her journey of financial ups and downs. Now, with a renewed focus and a clear path ahead, she’s ready to tackle her finances with the same passion and perseverance that she’s brought to her life and career. Through her writing, she continues to inspire others to confront their own financial challenges and strive for a brighter future.
