Me2, oh, gosh...I'm SO sorry about your dental problems and then your Mom's health issues to boot...what a mishmash of a holiday, eh? I was dealing with my hip aches when my Mom went into hospice and, honestly, it was just the worst of times. However, once I made peace with her aging and the realization that she would not live forever, I was able to concentrate on enjoying her - one day at a time. Some days were better than others, as is the case with life in general, so in a way, the journey to her eventual passing taught me a lot of lessons that I had to practice in preparation for that hip surgery. We never know why things happen as they do...perhaps your health issues and the patience it's brought will enable you to process your parents' aging and find peace in each day.
I've had a bunch of dental **** pop up, too! I cruised along for ten years with nary a cavity and in the past year, I've had three root canals and am in the middle of a dental implant! What's with that??? No pain, though, which is a blessing. I hope yours is just history now!
I found a cute little article about "13 uses for an iron skillet" and thought of you over the holidays. May have been what prompted me to check in again...and knocking someone in the head was not on the list...however, it was indicated as a "when all else fails" technique!
I'll try to check in here more every week or so, so please keep posting. Hips aren't the only reason we need support!
Hugs,
Jennifer