Why Do We Make Things So Hard?
Have you ever noticed how we often complicate even the simplest tasks? I recently caught myself doing just that. I was watering my plants, using a gallon milk jug to…
Are you working and caregiving?
If so, you are not alone. According to AARP, 53 million people are caring for a loved one and 60% of those are working out of the home. Many caregivers…
What to do when you feel overburdened
I woke up today feeling off, anxious, and burdened with expectations: a list. I sat, got quiet and asked myself why am I burdening myself with a list of things…
Do You Feel Lost at Sea?
Do you feel lost at sea? Many do, and you are not alone. It may feel like it, and I can help you. Likely, you have feelings of anger, unease,…
Caregiver – Do You Want to Pull Your Hair Out?
A wife who is a caregiver for her spouse with dementia shared her frustration today: Her spouse asked her the name of a lake they used to live near.She “knew”…
Why do Caregivers Often Compare?
As a caregiver why do I keep comparing my situation? Because your brain is normal. What do you see when you look at this photo? Do you wonder…How long the…
Note to self – Do Not Take Epsom (Bath) Salts on an Airplane
I was at a small airport a few weeks ago and had Epsom salts in my carry-on. The bag was flagged and screened, but there was no issue, so I…
Have you or someone you love been diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment (MCI)?
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The American Academy of Neurology reports 8% of people ages 65-69 have MCI. This is the stage before typical age-related cognitive decline. Some go on to get Alzheimers and some…
Grace-colored Glasses
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Grace-colored Glasses I read a poem today about grace-colored glasses, message me if you would like a copy. It got me thinking about the caregivers I work with -- many…
Getting Out Of Your Comfort Zone
I love to watch my young adult son embrace life. I recently went to the beach with him knowing he would dive into the ocean. I however was not planning…