chubbyalaskagriz
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If you want to experience a really proud moment log-on to CNN.com and watch both Michelle Obama and Laura Bush speak at a memorial service at Shanksville, PA in honor of the 44 heroes of Flight #93.
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TOTALLY UN-FOOD-RELATED... 09/11 Tribute: First Ladies Speak
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chubbyalaskagriz
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I learned something pretty startling about my Mom today...
You all know my Mom's story- she's suffered from severe mental illness for over 30 years- and she's been seeing a doctor for the last 3-1/2 yrs. and has enjoyed an amount of great positive impact from meds...
Well, as the anniversary of 09/11 came today, I learned that Mom has zero awareness of the tragedy of 09/11. No recollection or awareness of planes or explosions or fire or terrorists. No memory of collapsing towers or falling bodies, or dusty streets...
In talking w/ my sister about it- we're not sure if this results from poor awareness/memory- so much as deep mental isolation/seclusion caused by her illness...
Pretty amazing...
You all know my Mom's story- she's suffered from severe mental illness for over 30 years- and she's been seeing a doctor for the last 3-1/2 yrs. and has enjoyed an amount of great positive impact from meds...
Well, as the anniversary of 09/11 came today, I learned that Mom has zero awareness of the tragedy of 09/11. No recollection or awareness of planes or explosions or fire or terrorists. No memory of collapsing towers or falling bodies, or dusty streets...
In talking w/ my sister about it- we're not sure if this results from poor awareness/memory- so much as deep mental isolation/seclusion caused by her illness...
Pretty amazing...
Mama Mangia
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I bet there are a lot that wish they could forget that horrible day!
Prayers to your mom and your family - it's not easy to deal with.
Prayers to your mom and your family - it's not easy to deal with.