It was January 2022. I was sitting on a Zoom call and interacting with nine perfect strangers. We were on a Quest led by Bobby Kountz to discover more about ourselves, our purpose, and how we could use our unique gifts to impact the lives of others. Some had a clear vision and purpose andContinue reading “A Gem Shines Her Light on Others”
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The ABCs of Caregiver Gratitude
Rarely do my days flow without any hiccups. Challenges and obstacles are more the rule than the exception. It is easy to go down the rabbit hole of negativity. The martyrdom life is not a hard sell for extreme caregivers. Because it is easy to complain and wallow in self-pity, I make it a practiceContinue reading “The ABCs of Caregiver Gratitude”
Take the Wins and the Losses
Isn’t it funny that we all see things differently? We all have our own stories about any situation. As I planned to write about the week in Vegas with Corry, Justin, and Emily, I was filled with joy as I reflected on the trip. There were bumps in the road. Emily was A LOT onContinue reading “Take the Wins and the Losses”
The Caregiver Cancelled…Again
Remember a few years back when CANCELLED was heard regularly on social media and on the news? For one reason or another, it was like everyone was getting cancelled. Actors, hosts, comedians, and politicians were cancelled. It was raining cancellations! No one was immune, but in the world of disability and disability care, cancellations haveContinue reading “The Caregiver Cancelled…Again”
Grief, Loss, and Lots of Thoughts
I opened the Wordle game and typed in G.R.I.E.F. as my starting word. I usually start with the first word that comes to mind each day. Today, that word was GRIEF. I was thinking about the concept of grief and the rules about grief. Sometimes society seems to put loss into categories with corresponding grief scales.Continue reading “Grief, Loss, and Lots of Thoughts”
Celebrate Doing Less and Connecting More
Sunday, May 21st was World Meditation Day. I had planned to attend Michael O’Brien’s live class on his Pause Breathe Reflect app. I was looking forward to the meditation. There is something magical about meditating live with others and Michael has created an incredible space and community. The collective energy is indescribable. It is fuelContinue reading “Celebrate Doing Less and Connecting More”
Disability and the Church: Our Family’s Story
When I was pregnant with Justin, I met a neighbor who was pregnant too. It turns out our children were due less than a week apart. We became fast friends. One week she invited us to attend her church. Todd and I had never attended church together in our marriage. I would go alone atContinue reading “Disability and the Church: Our Family’s Story”
Can Caregivers Win the Numbers Game?
Extreme caregivers have more days that can feel overwhelming, stressful, and exhausting than most people. We also know our mind wants to protect us, and it wants the path of least resistance. This can be a challenge. Challenging days are stressful, and our brain wants to relieve our suffering as quickly as possible. As IContinue reading “Can Caregivers Win the Numbers Game?”
Extreme Caregiving Can Influence Our Choices
I was recently described as an extreme caregiver. I was unfamiliar with the term and unsure if it was an accurate description. Anything that includes the word extreme is not something that I find relatable. I am moderate in most things. What is extreme caregiving, and does the label fit? Lisa Freitag, the author of Extreme Caregiving: TheContinue reading “Extreme Caregiving Can Influence Our Choices”
Grief Emerging From a Closet Purge
This weekend Todd is camping, and he even took Ben with him. I cannot believe how much quieter the house is without the young pup following me every minute of the day. Coco is content and thrilled to just be left alone. Enjoying the calm that surrounds her while she sleeps and eats. I amContinue reading “Grief Emerging From a Closet Purge”
Conversation for Change 