And Then There Was One

And Then There Was One

by | Ponderings, Prayer, Self Care, Vulnerability

The two weeks of waiting between Jerry’s biopsies and learning the results were difficult. We had plenty to keep us busy, including appointments almost every other day, to give everyone who requested, insight into my bodily systems in preparation for surgery 12/30....
Gimme A Break!

Gimme A Break!

by | Caregiving, Disability, Family, Self Care

           Arranging a long weekend away for me every few months is one of the many ways Jerry expresses his care for me. A group of guys from church volunteer to help with his evening and morning routines. I am free to travel, hole up and sleep, write, or any other...
Self Care When You Just Don’t Care

Self Care When You Just Don’t Care

by | Self Care

Anyone who has a child or spouse with a disability has experienced days/weeks/months which are hard. Many times there is no option but to gut through it. Other times, by forfeiting the most basic of self-care – sleep, eat, breathe I may make some unwise or...