Memories Of Our Parents' Lives and Passing
In this episode, lifelong friends Lucy and Lisette continue their weekly conversation about navigating life after turning 70. As they reflect on their own ageing process, the discussion turns to comparing themselves to their parents at similar stages of life.
While their fathers died in their 80s, both Lisette's and Lucy's mothers had long widowhoods into their 90s - Lucy's mother is now 97, while Lisette's mum died in her sleep four years ago. With poignant stories about their fathers' later years, the friends explore how our perceptions of ageing can shift as we get older.
Lucy and Lisette openly share how their parents' experiences have influenced their own outlook on getting older. From Lucy's father's steadfast routines to Lisette's mother's cheerful retirement, the podcast offers a relatable look at the complex emotions that can arise when we measure our own journeys against those who came before us.
Key Highlights:
* Landmark Birthdays: Lucy and Lisette discuss the significance of turning 70 and 71, noting how as they approach it, 71 feels "so much older" despite their pride in reaching these milestones.
* Recalling Their Parents at 70: The two hosts reflect on their memories of their parents at similar ages, wondering how their own experiences compare.
* Fathers: Lisette’s father was diagnosed with a brain tumour in his early 80s, which eventually brought about his death; and Lucy shares the story of her father going blind in his 70s due to a pancreatic issue, which dramatically changed his independence and daily life.
* Mothers: In contrast, Lisette's mother remained cheerful and enjoying life right up to her death in her early 90s; while Lucy’s 97-year-old mother had a vibrant and adventurous 70s after she was widowed, even embarking on a challenging charity walk in the Syrian desert.
* The Complexities of Ageing: Both Lucy and Lisette grapple with the nuances of aging, acknowledging how their parents' journeys have shaped their own perspectives and expectations; and talk about supporting their parents through their end-of-life stages.
Why You Should Listen:
This episode of The Year of Being 70 offers a poignant and relatable exploration of the complex emotions that arise as we age and reflect on our parents' experiences. Through Lucy and Lisette's candid conversation, listeners will gain insights into the universal challenges and joys of growing older, while also being inspired by the remarkable stories of their parents' later years.
Join The Conversation
How have your parents' lives influenced yours? Have you cared for parents through their end-of-life journey? If you were lucky enough to have two parents, did you grieve differently for your father and your mother? What makes a good death, for the parent and for the child, in your opinion?
If you have personal experience or stories you'd like to share, tell us about them in the comments.
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