Growing old can be a scary idea for a lot of people, but there is plenty you can do to help with this, and it’s important to make sure you make the most of this. There are a lot of elements that you need to make the most of when…
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One Friday Night: They say a picture is worth a thousand words. Sadly, I don’t have a picture, or a video which is what I really need to tell this story. My only prop is the English language. For some this would be enough. In this instance, I’m not sure…
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When you take on the role of carer for a loved one, it’s important to do your research so as to not be surprised by the amount of work that it takes. But even when one does look at all the angles, it’s hard to really understand the challenges you…
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Betrayal is a tough pill to swallow. I doubt that there is a person alive who has not felt betrayed at some time or another. Merriam-Webster offers several definitions of the word betray that reveal its potential to wound: 1) to fail or desert especially in time of need; 2)…
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A mesothelioma diagnosis, or learning of any chronic disease can feel completely overwhelming. It’s a life changer. But, as I’ve learned in dealing with my husband’s diagnosis of IBM (Inclusion Body Myositis), knowledge is power. The more we learn about not only the illness itself, but the means of dealing…
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If you’re a caregiver, as I am, chances are good that your initial response to give from your abundance was, “yeah, right.” In fact, women are the caregivers of the world. We’re mothers, teachers, nurses, friends, sisters, and daughters and in these roles we care for others. We give until…
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