Mom
Lea Storry's mother is a courageous woman battling amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a progressive neurological disorder that has robbed her of mobility and voice. Despite her condition, she remains a source of inspiration and strength for her family, particularly Lea, who struggles with the emotional and physical demands of caregiving.
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Mom is dedicated to home schooling her son and believes in a free-form education.
At nine, I disappeared into home schooling. No one came looking | Home schooling
United Kingdom· 2026-01-19
Mom confidently suggested that Dad would enjoy the sound of birds from the clock.
The most useless gift one year was also the most amusing
Canada· 2025-12-23
Mom would get out a ceramic shaker painted with a gold snowflake.
My family had a magic Christmas tree that ‘grew’ every year overnightCanada· 2025-12-19
The mother is depicted as someone who initially strived for holiday perfection but later embraced imperfection.
How one family embraces imperfection for a magical holiday
Australia· 2025-12-04
The author recalls their mother's sewing of curtains with utmost care.
I learned the importance of doing things properly through the shirts my father ironedCanada· 2025-11-27
Mom was the practical one in the family, contrasting with Dad's desires.
My first driving instructor was a hotheaded Scottish man I called DadCanada· 2025-10-19
My 92-year-old mother, a dedicated diarist, who had been keeping a record of her life for more than 75 years.
Asking Mom to read me her old diaries opened a window to her pastCanada· 2025-10-03
My mom currently resides in a retirement home where she lives independently while receiving care and support from staff and both my sister and me.
Four big topics with boomer retirees: Kids, trips, Trump – and aged parentsCanada· 2025-09-30
Mom is the author's mother who has been living in a challenging off-grid situation with her husband Mark.
Madness on a mountain: for 15 years, my mom was trapped in a mutual psychosis | FamilyUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-13
The mother of Spencer is criticized for not managing her child's behavior during the flight.
Toddler terror in skies: Chaos erupts mid-flight after nonstop seat-kicking spree — passenger slams mom as ‘unprepared’
India· 2025-09-02
Mary's mom showed her love for Maya by sneaking her food and treating her like a person.
Missing our beloved family dog, who was grumpy to the very endCanada· 2025-07-24
Mom was driving alone and felt uneasy about the eight-hour drive to Winnipeg as the evacuation alert had recommended.
When a wildfire threatened my hometown, I realized the places you love can disappear in an instantCanada· 2025-07-18
The author's mother is mentioned as someone who may change the voicemail left by the father.
Dad is gone but I still love hearing his voice on the answering machineCanada· 2025-06-15
The author's mother is living in a nursing home and suffers from dementia.
I take Mom’s hand and try to connect with her, wherever her mind goesCanada· 2025-06-01
Mom has ALS and is unable to move on her own.
Mom said she gave me roots so I could have wings but I hate thinking of my life without herCanada· 2025-05-04
