i and my siblings have the same thoughts and fears. Its funny that we will do anything for our parents but don't want to be a burden to our children. I am sure our kids will be just as loving and kind to us as we are to our parents. HOWEVER, I don't want them to spend their time taking care of me so I make sure I use my mind and have been working on regularly exercising and anything else that studies have found to be helpful in reducing the risk of dementia

My dad died with a dementia disorder. Mom's been .diagnosed with Alzheimer's. I find myself wondering if that will happen to me, and I worry over being that kind of problem for my loved ones. I find myself thinking about how I can existentially be less of a burden. I observe my fears from a careful distance. Let me help care for my mom.

life is difficult.