I found this site by accident this morning, yet maybe it's not an accident... I am literally stressed to my limits, and feel like giving up. Nothing I do anymore is enough, and it seems the harder I try the worse things get! And, (like I need to add something else to this!) I just lost my temper with my dad and argued with him even though I am well aware that he has dementia and behaviors that are more suited to a child than my 77 year old dad. So now I feel awful, guilty, and like an arse! so yeah I'm looking for support. For people who understand what I'm dealing with, who won't think I'm horrible when I vent, for people who keep on when it's hard. I apoligize for this scattered post, I'm just scattered myself this morning and feeling really alone and sad.
I argue with my 87 year old mom. It's so hard not to engage I'm 64 but she treats me like I'm 5. I totally get how you feel. I try and get out of the house 2 times a week for a few hours. I also live with my son who is an Iraqi Vet. Came back from the war a different man. But he watches for her safety. I am blessed to have his help. I started counseling it really helps. Jennifer