Abilene Motor Express....A New Place To Call Home

runningman0661 · Jul 7, 2023

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My mom has late stage alzheimers. She's taken a serious turn for the worse over the past couple of days, and they're not giving her too much more time to be on this earth.

She lives in Shreveport, LA, which is not on any of our major freight lanes. I know we don't get down there often. We don't even get through there often, because if we run to, say, Dallas, we'll run 40 to Little Rock then 30 to Dallas. So I called my DM and asked if he could just keep an eye out for anything going that way, so I can say goodbye.

About the only possible freight we could have running out of Richmond to Shreveport would be Hill-Phoenix, and that's only if there are grocery stores in or around Shreveport that are under construction or being remodeled. So I wasn't expecting much.

My DM is moving heaven and earth to get me down there. They've already found a load that will get me as far as Memphis, and from there he's going to work with the regional load planner to get me as close to Shreveport as possible.

As much as we gripe and complain about Abilene, this is one area where they're solid gold.
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That’s a tough disease to watch a love one suffer through. My mom suffered with Alzheimer’s for four long years. The woman I knew was gone four years before her death. Hopefully you can get down to see her before her passing.

JohnBoy · Jul 7, 2023

ExtremeUnction said: ↑

My mom has late stage alzheimers. She's taken a serious turn for the worse over the past couple of days, and they're not giving her too much more time to be on this earth.

She lives in Shreveport, LA, which is not on any of our major freight lanes. I know we don't get down there often. We don't even get through there often, because if we run to, say, Dallas, we'll run 40 to Little Rock then 30 to Dallas. So I called my DM and asked if he could just keep an eye out for anything going that way, so I can say goodbye.

About the only possible freight we could have running out of Richmond to Shreveport would be Hill-Phoenix, and that's only if there are grocery stores in or around Shreveport that are under construction or being remodeled. So I wasn't expecting much.

My DM is moving heaven and earth to get me down there. They've already found a load that will get me as far as Memphis, and from there he's going to work with the regional load planner to get me as close to Shreveport as possible.

As much as we gripe and complain about Abilene, this is one area where they're solid gold.
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Prayers Brother. It’s tough when parents get to be elderly with health issues. Like yourself, they moved heaven and earth to get me home a few times and kept me home with no questions asked. We gripe and moan about this business, but in the end, how they come to the plate when it’s absolutely necessary is what counts. Mom, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless during this time.

jarhead0311 · Jul 8, 2023

ExtremeUnction said: ↑

My mom has late stage alzheimers. She's taken a serious turn for the worse over the past couple of days, and they're not giving her too much more time to be on this earth.

She lives in Shreveport, LA, which is not on any of our major freight lanes. I know we don't get down there often. We don't even get through there often, because if we run to, say, Dallas, we'll run 40 to Little Rock then 30 to Dallas. So I called my DM and asked if he could just keep an eye out for anything going that way, so I can say goodbye.

About the only possible freight we could have running out of Richmond to Shreveport would be Hill-Phoenix, and that's only if there are grocery stores in or around Shreveport that are under construction or being remodeled. So I wasn't expecting much.

My DM is moving heaven and earth to get me down there. They've already found a load that will get me as far as Memphis, and from there he's going to work with the regional load planner to get me as close to Shreveport as possible.

As much as we gripe and complain about Abilene, this is one area where they're solid gold.
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Praying for you and your family and that they get you there to see your mom.

navypoppop · Jul 8, 2023

ExtremeUnction said: ↑

My mom has late stage alzheimers. She's taken a serious turn for the worse over the past couple of days, and they're not giving her too much more time to be on this earth.

She lives in Shreveport, LA, which is not on any of our major freight lanes. I know we don't get down there often. We don't even get through there often, because if we run to, say, Dallas, we'll run 40 to Little Rock then 30 to Dallas. So I called my DM and asked if he could just keep an eye out for anything going that way, so I can say goodbye.

About the only possible freight we could have running out of Richmond to Shreveport would be Hill-Phoenix, and that's only if there are grocery stores in or around Shreveport that are under construction or being remodeled. So I wasn't expecting much.

My DM is moving heaven and earth to get me down there. They've already found a load that will get me as far as Memphis, and from there he's going to work with the regional load planner to get me as close to Shreveport as possible.

As much as we gripe and complain about Abilene, this is one area where they're solid gold.
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EI,

I am so very sorry to hear about your mother. My heart and prayers are with you for her comfort. What a terrible thing for you to go through not being able to be near her at this time. Hopefully Abilene comes through for you. Keep your spirits up and good luck to you and yours. My mother went through the same thing and it was not easy.

Finfn1372 · Jul 8, 2023

@ExtremeUnction praying for you and your mom.

ExtremeUnction · Jul 8, 2023

Well, it seems the universe had other plans. Mom passed away this morning around 4:00am. My brother called me this morning around 8:00am to share the news.

Alzheimers is the Devil's own business for certain, but its one consolation is that you have plenty of time to adjust to the inevitable. As runningman said above, my mom has been gone for three years. We've just been waiting for her body to get the message. Indeed, by the time you hit the late stages of Alzheimers, you're actually hoping for them to pass. The strong, vibrant woman who raised two kids by herself wouldn't have wanted to live like that, and both my brother and I agree that it's more of a relief than anything that she doesn't have to anymore.

Nonetheless, no matter how ready you may think you are, no matter how much you've braced yourself for it, it's still tough to actually hear the words.

Gentlemen, your well-wishing has been truly appreciated. I am grateful that I can count you folks among my friends.

JohnBoy · Jul 8, 2023

ExtremeUnction said: ↑

Well, it seems the universe had other plans. Mom passed away this morning around 4:00am. My brother called me this morning around 8:00am to share the news.

Alzheimers is the Devil's own business for certain, but its one consolation is that you have plenty of time to adjust to the inevitable. As runningman said above, my mom has been gone for three years. We've just been waiting for her body to get the message. Indeed, by the time you hit the late stages of Alzheimers, you're actually hoping for them to pass. The strong, vibrant woman who raised two kids by herself wouldn't have wanted to live like that, and both my brother and I agree that it's more of a relief than anything that she doesn't have to anymore.

Nonetheless, no matter how ready you may think you are, no matter how much you've braced yourself for it, it's still tough to actually hear the words.

Gentlemen, your well-wishing has been truly appreciated. I am grateful that I can count you folks among my friends.
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So sorry to hear this. My condolences to you and your family.

MidWest_MacDaddy · Jul 8, 2023

ExtremeUnction said: ↑

Nonetheless, no matter how ready you may think you are, no matter how much you've braced yourself for it, it's still tough to actually hear the words.
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Thoughts and Prayers my friend.

It’s a tough time to adjust to the new reality but like you mentioned, her body is just catching up at this point.

If you need to talk or vent, please take the opportunity to reach out to someone. It’s a very lonely lifestyle we have chosen to live but you know there are folks in this thread willing to walk with you a bit down this path.

and if you are a man of Faith, know she is now in a better place and will be reunited soon.

runningman0661 · Jul 8, 2023

ExtremeUnction said: ↑

Well, it seems the universe had other plans. Mom passed away this morning around 4:00am. My brother called me this morning around 8:00am to share the news.

Alzheimers is the Devil's own business for certain, but its one consolation is that you have plenty of time to adjust to the inevitable. As runningman said above, my mom has been gone for three years. We've just been waiting for her body to get the message. Indeed, by the time you hit the late stages of Alzheimers, you're actually hoping for them to pass. The strong, vibrant woman who raised two kids by herself wouldn't have wanted to live like that, and both my brother and I agree that it's more of a relief than anything that she doesn't have to anymore.

Nonetheless, no matter how ready you may think you are, no matter how much you've braced yourself for it, it's still tough to actually hear the words.

Gentlemen, your well-wishing has been truly appreciated. I am grateful that I can count you folks among my friends.
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Reading this post brought back a flood of emotions. So sorry for your loss, may your mother rest in peace.

jarhead0311 · Jul 8, 2023

ExtremeUnction said: ↑

Well, it seems the universe had other plans. Mom passed away this morning around 4:00am. My brother called me this morning around 8:00am to share the news.

Alzheimers is the Devil's own business for certain, but its one consolation is that you have plenty of time to adjust to the inevitable. As runningman said above, my mom has been gone for three years. We've just been waiting for her body to get the message. Indeed, by the time you hit the late stages of Alzheimers, you're actually hoping for them to pass. The strong, vibrant woman who raised two kids by herself wouldn't have wanted to live like that, and both my brother and I agree that it's more of a relief than anything that she doesn't have to anymore.

Nonetheless, no matter how ready you may think you are, no matter how much you've braced yourself for it, it's still tough to actually hear the words.

Gentlemen, your well-wishing has been truly appreciated. I am grateful that I can count you folks among my friends.
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My condolences to you and your family and may the Lord give you all peace.

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