As you begin your caregiving routine today, you might already feel overwhelmed—burdened by exhaustion, to-do lists, and emotional weight. It’s real. It’s relentless. And it can feel thankless.

But yesterday, I heard a quote that felt like it was meant for caregivers:
“When things are going well, be patient—they’ll change. When things are going poorly, be patient—they’ll change.”

It reminded me of life. And of caregiving.

In the midst of these difficult, repetitive days, I also heard a few stories—bright, unexpected gems—that stayed with me.

• One daughter asked her 92-year-old mom, who has Alzheimer’s, how old she thought she was. “I’m 62,” she replied. When told her real age, she chuckled and said, “How could that be?”
• Another daughter had left fancy treats in her mom’s fridge. In the middle of the night, her mom found them, loved them, and—after not writing in months—left a sweet note: “That was so good. How much do I owe you?” The daughter replied, “No charge.”
• A third daughter was annoyed to see an HOA letter sent to her mom asking her not to feed peanuts to the squirrels. Her mom, quite irritated, wrote back: “Get it straight—I’m giving them walnuts, not peanuts.”

These made me smile. These made me feel something. They reminded me: caregiving is often cruel and thankless, but once in a while, if you’re open and paying attention, something surprising breaks through.

In my meditation class today, we were reminded: Every cloud that appears will eventually pass.

So if you’re feeling stuck, drained, or lost in your caregiving role, be gentle with yourself. Stay curious. Stay open. Surprise might just be waiting.

And if you need a listening ear or support, I’m here. Reach out for a complimentary consultation.

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