As Anna and I discussed the movie, “Away from Her,” one scene – albeit a small one – rang very true for both of us, based on our caregiving experiences. The main characters, husband and wife Grant and Fiona, are having dinner with another couple. Fiona, who is suffering from the beginning stages of early-onset... Read more
This week, I walked away smiling from one of those places that I least expected it, the dentist’s office. Although my dentists (a husband and wife team) are very nice people, having those regular check ups are traditionally not my most favorite times of the year. So why the smile? And what does it have to do with caregiving?That verbal... Read more
Last week, I was on break from my usual routine, housesitting for a friend in another part of Texas. During this extended respite, I went to the movies (instead of renting DVDs), read an engrossing novel, and caught up with friends who I haven’t seen in awhile. Two encounters with friends, one planned and one chance, made me think about... Read more
Based on the comments that readers have offered on Carol Bradley Bursack's and my SharePosts, the New York Times story, “States Face Decisions on Who Is Mentally Fit to Vote,” has touched a nerve. Should states allow those with dementia to vote or is this a right that the afficted should lose once they are diagnosed?I thought it would... Read more
I recently made dinner for my friend, Eric, as payback for his assistance in fixing my computer. As we dined, our conversation meandered to the subject of dealing with the death of a loved one; in Eric's mind were his father and uncle. I thought about Mom, who is deteriorating as a result of Alzheimer's disease and Chronic... Read more
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