Tag Archives: Ordinary Life
MY MID-LIFE TURNING POINT
Since my fiftieth birthday last October, I have experienced many changes in my life. I have wondered if I should consider what I’m going through a “midlife crisis.” Well, the word crisis conjured up a lot of negative images for me. I looked up the definition of “crisis.” One definition of crisis, which sounded a whole lot better was “turning point.” Therefore, I have decided that what I am experiencing is a “Midlife Turning Point!”
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LISTS, LISTING, AND LISTLESS
I wrote this title based on Lists – which allow me to organize my caregiving life, Listing – meaning I’m off balance, and Listless – the way I feel today after hearing so much complaining about my blogging from my family. Continue reading
A LOT ON MY SHOULDERS
I have wondered if someday I’ll be an “open-faced sandwich”. Thinking this isn’t helpful. It starts to feel that I’m wishing my parents were gone. I was actually thinking it meant my kids were more independent. The truth is, I just need less squeezing. I’ve decided that my husband is the pickle, and Rosa is the toaster. Continue reading
FROM MOTHER BEAR TO DAUGHTER BEAR
My mom was crying. She continued sharing, “She told me that I will move – it is for sure! They’re not going to punish me for falling out of my wheelchair; they’re going to make sure I’m with dad, and soon! I am so happy – I believe her. She was so nice to me. I am definitely next on the list. She said she spoke with everyone in charge and they all in agreement about this! Isn’t that wonderful? Continue reading







