Donna and I are nearing four years of co-habitation, but aside from camping trips we have not been able to travel since Donna needed regular help and moved in with me. This last year I have made strides in self-confidence and ability to ‘deal’ with the various challenges of caregiving with Donna– and as such… Continue reading Donna and Travel, take one.
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How a pair of shoes almost cost Mom her home
[From Patreon, written July 6, 2018] Most often when I sit down to write things about life helping Mom, unless I’m venting some stress for that day, I’m writing up and accentuating the positives. But I want to tell a cautionary tale to other caregivers and, hopefully, the larger society for those who would help… Continue reading How a pair of shoes almost cost Mom her home
Heat and beating it
There are only a couple of weeks a year that exist in Vancouver hot enough to be dangerous. The danger, of course, escalates with your age. So how do we have lives together that are also safe? Fortunately, we have lakes.
June 20, 2017: How Mom changes upon going home
Mom had a hospital stay, one that was as close to good news as such a thing can be. But she still wanted to get home, as we all would, and helping her get here is my gig. Her change in demeanor when I arrive and she gets that she is leaving for home, me… Continue reading June 20, 2017: How Mom changes upon going home
February 3, 2017: Mom rediscovers her piano
This seemed like a really cool moment, one that lifted my spirits so high when it happened, but it was greatly underestimated by myself as to significance. The ability to have activity in any weather, for mom to take the proper lead in actual events and bring such warmth and light to the home has… Continue reading February 3, 2017: Mom rediscovers her piano
September 5, 2016: Mom attends BC Fed labour day.
I still often underestimate how much of a difference getting out into the real world– even when it is likely to involve a place that is “busy” and involves slowing down less. In this case, the weather was okay, the outdoor events was very good and the sensation of happily enjoying others company and being… Continue reading September 5, 2016: Mom attends BC Fed labour day.