It does leave scars. I can't even imagine trying to deal with Alzheimer's parents from a distance. I was only down the street and it seemed I was in the car rushing to take care of a crisis more often than I was at home. I got into the habit of carrying my telephone in my hand all the time and I still do...? Dad passed away in 2002 and yes there is a sense of relief...relief that he doesn't have to fight through the fog anymore.
A few months after my dad's death my brother committed suicide so I guess I have a whole lot of stuff in my emotional attic that I am still sorting through. I am glad to meet you. What a wonderful, talented, great group of Boomers! I can't wait to visit all of your web sites.