The Moth The Moth Radio Hour: Our Parents, Ourselves
Aug 12, 2025
Guests Steve Glickman, a retired software engineer and literacy volunteer, shares his humorous journey of moving back in with his parents. Dionne Stroter, a dedicated county manager and storyteller, recounts the poignant decision she faced for her father's health. April Salazar, a free-spirited mom, hilariously reflects on her upbringing with a nudist mother, even embarrassing her child with public dancing. Together, they explore the complex, often comedic dynamics between parents and their children, showcasing love, sacrifice, and unconventional family stories.
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Relationships Evolve With Time
- As all of us grow up, our relationships with our parents shift.
- We begin to see them as people, peers, or caregivers and reinterpret past roles.
Keeping Parents Together With Home Care
- Steve moved back in to care for his parents and found his dad's dementia was severe.
- He hired in-home caregiver Kelsey so his parents could stay together and he could reclaim his life.
Writing The Letter You Need
- Saloni wrote an email as if her late father had apologized and sent it to herself.
- Reading it felt like closure and let her choose to believe he would have said those words.