At this time of year, autumn, in this geographical spot, New England, and at my age, 69, every morning whether I want it or not I have a glass of melancholia, straight up.
This is Beaver Pond in Franklin, Mass.… Read the rest
“Tis the Season”
Amid holiday parties, an anonymous person tacked a message to a community bulletin board: “Sometimes I get so tired of masquerading that I am happy.”
I was asked how to respond professionally.
Like a friend, I said.
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Caregiving Has No Deductible
I run a monthly group for caregivers of elderly or disabled parents, relatives, or friends. Usually, there is respite care on premises so the caregiver can bring his loved one and leave them with the respite care worker and then … Read the rest