clothes fixation...........

[Guest guest]

My Mom, also, had 'fixations.'

Depending on the day and what area of the house we were clearing, she

would fixate. It could be hair-rollers, address book, tax papers,

constipation, scarfs, purses, shoes, etc. etc.

My Mom had some many clothes, shoes, purses........she was poor when

she was a child, without a decent outfit to wear. I believe that was

why she over-compensated as an adult. She was VERY particular about

her appearance and always dressed to the 'nines.' Even today (with

DLB) she loves to look nice (hair, nails, lipstick, matching outfit).

My mother always thought of others first but with DLB, she is self-

absorbed and thinks only of herself. With DLB, their world is their-

self, mainly b/c it takes so much energy and thought to get their

desires across.

It's been two weeks since I was with Mom. I have tried to call

several times but she does not answer. My 'crying spells' are less

frequent and I am looking for full-time employment.

I haven't heard a word from my siblings.....I guess they are glad she

is 'outta their hair', so to speak. Mom and I, both, wish I lived

closer........I miss her.

Rob