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Monday meditation: We, too, might actually consider running away
Few caregivers have chosen an option as severe as running away from their responsibilities at home. But what about the opportunities before them outside their front door?
Friends who care are helping me think afresh about my situation
Looking at the disease, evaluating losses, taking care of myself—I’m doing all of this better because of help from my friends.
Monday meditation: Learning to know when enough is simply enough
Elijah had given his all, but still his problems kept coming. It was a situation different from—but also similar to—what caregivers sometimes face.
I’ll acknowledge a reality that won’t soon go away. Yep, I’m sad
Twice in the last few days someone who sees me every week has told me they’re concerned about me. It was time to come to terms with my sadness.
Monday meditation: Fantastic power, just like a summer blockbuster
Fire from Heaven. Consuming force. Slain enemies. Conquering hero. What courage or hope can we take from a blockbuster story like this one?
What I’m learning about God, Alzheimer’s, and myself (shared post)
A link to a piece about our experiences I wrote for Christian Standard magazine.
Monday meditation: we can choose Solomon’s prayer first and most
Most caregivers sooner or later will admit something close to what Solomon said to God: “I don’t know whether I’m coming or going.” All caregivers do well to repeat what Solomon sought from God next.
Our 50th wedding anniversary celebration: Very nice, nice enough
Rather than let the day go uncelebrated, I planned a simple dinner with friends. It was special. It was nice. An effort to be remembered but not repeated.
Monday meditation: lifetime loyalty, the power of a promise kept
David stayed true to the commitment he and Jonathan had made to each other, long after Jonathan was gone. What can we learn from such an example of faithfulness?
How and why caregivers order their days around another’s needs
If accommodation is healthy and normal, why does it feel like such a burden to the caregiver?
Monday meditation: You’re not alone, or at least you shouldn’t be
“I told Siri I was lonely, and she apologized. So that was nice.” But when it comes to caregivers and friendship, we all need better than ‘nice.’
Long friendships, quick goodbyes, and a chapter’s certain end
With the daily changes in our lives, it’s difficult to decide when one chapter ended and another has begun. But crossroads like this one make it clear we’ve turned a new page.
Monday meditation: Which giant? Whose battle? What victory?
The giant David faced reminds us of the giant looming large in our lives: Ugly, strong, and inspiring fear. Will God help us fight this battle, too?
‘All my life you have been faithful’—and God’s not the only one!
A freezer full of food—what a reminder of how blessed our lives have been!
Monday meditation: Samuel’s challenge to choose . . . and ours
Samuel looked at a long line of possibilities before he found Israel’s future king. How could that encourage us with the choices we’re forced to make?
Shared story: We promised she would always know she was loved
Notes from a 10-year unchosen journey by a family committed to keeping their promise to their dad
Everything’s the same. Everything’s different. And that’s OK
Another reunion with friends we’ve known for decades prompts so many memories, along with reflection on all that’s changed.
Even with tiny red capes at my ankles, I’d never be a Superman
Those Superman socks made my week, which was good. Because I was forced to admit again I’m really no Superman.
Monday meditation: Suppose we choose something besides what’s best?
God knew kings were a bad idea for Israel, but still he led in their choice for a king. Amazing.
Precious people, special days, moments something like ‘normal’
I’ll always want to remember these days with people we love and moments that were almost normal.