A Poem and a Photo

What is it like to care for your loved one who has Parkinson’s Disease? I get that question from people occasionally. And when I hear it, I always wonder if they want the short answer, or if they really want to hear all about my life. Sometimes I struggle with how to answer that question.

I Took the Challenge!

Last week I issued a challenge to each of you, especially those of you who are caregivers of someone with a chronic illness. The challenge was this: Do something every day this week that makes you happy. Something just for yourself, and by yourself. So here is my journal of how I attempted to fulfill

My 7-Day Challenge

I love a good challenge. Not a cheesy one, or a haphazard one, but a worthy challenge. Sometimes I even challenge myself just because of my competitive nature. Twice this week different friends have admonished me to take care of myself. One even asked what I was doing just for ME. As a caregiver we

It’s the Little Things

Here’s the first little thing. If this is your first time reading this blog, we want to welcome you. Please stop here and read “The Journey Begins.” You’ll find the link at the top right of this page. Some days it seems that life is full of countless little negative things that occur one after