“A Cup of Tea on the Commode: My Multi-Tasking Adventures of Caring for My Mom. How I Survived to Tell the Tale” by Mark Steven Porro requires laughter, tears, and heartbreak to read. It also will ring a tolling bell for many caregivers out there, especially sons, husbands, and brothers. This could only have been written byContinue reading “The Pros Know”
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Avoid the Guilt Trip
If your mother discovers this book before you do, you’re in big trouble. Buy it first. Avoid the guilt trip. “A Cup of Tea on the Commode.” How I filled my mother’s last years with love, laughter, and joy. Though not always perfect, I came pretty damn close. And it comes in two sizes; regular print and large print, for those who don’t like to squint when reading.
If You Are a Mother
If you’re a mother and want your golden years to be filled with love, laughter, and joy, you’re going to want to read my book. And you’re going to want your kids to read it too. It comes in two sizes; regular print and large print for those who don’t like to squint when reading.
Mother Issues
If you have a mother who deserves to be treated like a queen in her golden years, you’ll want this book. Unless you have “Mother Issues.” Then buy it for a friend who doesn’t.
If You Liked Eat, Pray, Love
“An intimate, funny, and heartwarming memoirof how eldercare can be done” Click here to Pre-Order now. Visit our YouTube channel to see more teasers.Better yet, sign up to stay posted on all A Cup of Tea on the Commode news. #Humor #Memoir #eldercare #acupofteaonthecommode Better yet, sign up to stay posted on all A Cup of Tea on the Commode news. And as a thank you, I’ll sendContinue reading “If You Liked Eat, Pray, Love”
Our New Neighbor
I introduced myself to a new neighbor, an attractive psychiatrist who moved in across the street. “I’m single, fifty-five, have no kids, and I live with my mother. You’re going to want me on your couch. But soon it was me who needed her couch.”
A New Wardrobe
My first task after taking over Mom’s caregiving duties was buying her a new wardrobe. No more drab nightdresses. She got so excited, she decided to wear them all at once.
Sherbet
After her doctor cut off all food and medications, Mom prescribed her own remedy. Sherbet. Eight bowls a day. Every day. She was 89 and getting stronger. How could I say “No?”
Last Bath?
Mom was happy to christen the new bathroom with a bubble bath. But then she passed out in the tub. Great, I try to do a good thing and I kill my mom. At lease she smelled good.
Just Checking
Early one morning, Mom calls out my name. I fly out of bed, down the freshly varnished steps, and by some small miracle remain on my feet. I staggered into her room, my heart racing. Mom: Oh, you are here. Mark: Of course I’m here. Where else am I going to be? Mom: Just anted to make sure. Mark: That’s it?