Mom, don't you already have these movies?

I lost them, she said, as one played on the

TV while the others sat, unopened on the desk

beside the computer where she plays Mahjong

Son, did you hear Lindsey on the piano today?

she should do that piece at the recital

She played that at the recital, Mom... last week

and freaked Just a little today when you said

what you just said

Did you send this email mom?

(looking like “Dear cuz gbjeudhghnb uiuhiijjui. Jjuyhszxxxjq, Love Ardyth)

It looks like you had a stroke.

Really? Well, the computer didn’t write it

and send it from your email.

you shouldn’t drive Mom.

No, I don't think you're an idiot

But do think you shouldn’t drive.

Where are you mom?

you don't know?

you went one block to the Post office but

ended up 40 miles away.

you shouldn't be driving mom.

The nice CNA wants to buy your car.

No, I'm not trying

To take your car away from you. Oh look—

The battery to your car died,

I know you know,

You're right! That is a great idea!

You should sell your car

To the nice CNA

who brings your meds.

Mom, why do you have all the facilities

Linen wrapped silverware stashed

in various places all Around your

room? There are pictures

and memories to help keep you lined up

with Riqht Now Because you're not here.

Not all the time anyway.

I love to visit and be myself

Mom but I can play

Like I’m Asher but

It starts getting confusing

when you think Asher’s me.

Side note: I usually go talk to the

Nurse on duty when you think

1’m Dad because... well

That didn't work out

with the real one.

We don’t need to live that again.

and again

and again

and again