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Now, that\’s love. In reply to - Hussy posted an update Stop the presses, I’m in shock. I came home from work to discover that my husband had taken it upon himself to refill the hand soap dispenser in...
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If I put my hand up, I\’m afraid someone will think I am volunteering for something… In reply to - Becky posted an update Anyone just want to put your hands up and ask why?! I am so exhausted! sigh
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That is really a great idea. In reply to - Heidi posted an update in the group Gardening I haven’t had time to garden, and in fact, abandoned the garden about two years ago when my mom came to need...
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Today\’s question. How do you learn how to let go without emotionally detaching?
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Jean. The love and comfort you offered to your friend helped her to move on with peace. I am very sorry for your loss. In reply to - Jean wrote a new post, At Peace My friend passed away today around 3...
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Obstacle blocking path? I’ll go around… In reply to - Denise wrote a new post, In Six Words, What’s Your Story of Tenacity? You don’t give up. Maybe you feel you can’t give up. Regardless, you stick it...
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What a blessing you are to not only your friend but to her family. As Denise said, thank you for allowing us to wait with you. <3 In reply to - Jean wrote a new post, Seven Days Sunday Last Sunday,...
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Making peace with unwise choices in my past. Also, what was once important no longer is…i.e. a change in priorities. In reply to - Denise wrote a new post, Tell Us: What’s Been Your Biggest Surprise?...
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I think it speaks to the largeness of our hearts when we can hold happiness and sadness at the same time…that there is room for all of it. Thank you for sharing. In reply to - Denise wrote a new post,...
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I am not unfamiliar with your situation, Colleen. You are as much a trooper as your loved one. I hope you are doing something to take care of yourself. In reply to - Denise wrote a new post, Tell Us:...
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This gives me just the reason I need to dig out all of those art supplies that have been collecting dust and create something meaningful to me! In reply to - Denise wrote a new post, Enter Your Art in...
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Thanks, Kaz! I use Warm Vanilla Sugar from Bath and Body Works on my mom’s legs in the morning, but I never made the connection with the importance of touch to help relieve anxiety. I am going to look...
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Welcome, Renee! In reply to - Lillie posted an update @reneenorman Hi Renee. Welcome to the group. I’m glad you are here, I look forward to getting to know you.
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It\’s hard to have plans as a caregiver…they seem to get derailed quite easily. I hope tomorrow you can do something for yourself. In reply to - Kaz posted an update Well here we go. I got my husband...
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Yum. Did you share your recipe somewhere? I like bananas when they are between green and brown. If they have any inkling of brown spots…banana bread…or smoothies if they aren\’t too \”gross.\” In reply...
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Hi Larry. I am pretty new to the site. I have missed your previous blogs, but it sounds like you are having to patch things together as well. I look after my Mom as well. We have experienced rehab a...
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That is so soothing. Very nice. In reply to - Pegi posted an update in the group Caregivers Create Morning
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That is good news that your mom’s numbers improved and that she will be moved to rehab. Are you familiar with POLST? It is more detailed than an advance directive. In reply to - Denise wrote a new...
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I discovered this wonderful book entitled \”The Meditative Gardener.\” It is mindfulness based and is beautifully done.
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It was just too hot in this part of California to even move this weekend. I am going to try and make it to a yoga class Tuesday morning.
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