When in the midst of the chaos, it is so difficult to articulate to another person how you are feeling, how you are operating minute by minute, every detail that you are juggling at the same time! If you were never good at multitasking, this is the real test! I am so appreciative of this post. I sat here crying because you are telling my story, revealing my heart and I am still grieving after the loss of both parent with Alzheimer's. It was a 10-year journey of feeling what true love, advocacy and justice is all about. It purposed me but not without pain and sorrow. I would never change the deep connection and affection for our elders that has blossomed within me as a result of my journey, for which I thank GOD always! I am holding space for you and will keep you in my prayers. Your words are solace to me and so many others. Not sure if you know it or not but you are a conduit, a facilitator sharing the uncomfortable truths, letting us know we are not alone and there is hope. Be well.
Thank you so much for sharing those very touching thoughts and a glimpse into your past journey with parental caregiving.
My emotions about it are so very paradoxical. It is without question one of the most challenging seasons I’ve endured. And the stress is often excruciating.
But I also have recurrent experiences of Grace mixed in with the Grief. And I have an awareness of and empathy for the challenges of eldercare that I would not possess had I not had to walk this path.
Finally thank you for taking the time to let me know you find it resonant. I put pen to paper about issues that are at the forefront of my mind and experience and often wonder: Will anyone else care about this issue?
Thank you for letting me know that I’m this case, the answer is yes!❤️❤️❤️
Olivia, Awesome post and deeply resonates with me. Where you are and what you are thinking is the exact place I was in when I met you and how my Caregiver business was born. I pray for you and your family but know you'll come out the other end with all the grace and poise you've always presented. Take care!
Thank You so much for reading and for expressing these kind thoughts. I have the utmost respect and admiration for anyone with a caregiving business. You are doing sacred and often under appreciated work!❤️
When in the midst of the chaos, it is so difficult to articulate to another person how you are feeling, how you are operating minute by minute, every detail that you are juggling at the same time! If you were never good at multitasking, this is the real test! I am so appreciative of this post. I sat here crying because you are telling my story, revealing my heart and I am still grieving after the loss of both parent with Alzheimer's. It was a 10-year journey of feeling what true love, advocacy and justice is all about. It purposed me but not without pain and sorrow. I would never change the deep connection and affection for our elders that has blossomed within me as a result of my journey, for which I thank GOD always! I am holding space for you and will keep you in my prayers. Your words are solace to me and so many others. Not sure if you know it or not but you are a conduit, a facilitator sharing the uncomfortable truths, letting us know we are not alone and there is hope. Be well.
Thank you so much for sharing those very touching thoughts and a glimpse into your past journey with parental caregiving.
My emotions about it are so very paradoxical. It is without question one of the most challenging seasons I’ve endured. And the stress is often excruciating.
But I also have recurrent experiences of Grace mixed in with the Grief. And I have an awareness of and empathy for the challenges of eldercare that I would not possess had I not had to walk this path.
Finally thank you for taking the time to let me know you find it resonant. I put pen to paper about issues that are at the forefront of my mind and experience and often wonder: Will anyone else care about this issue?
Thank you for letting me know that I’m this case, the answer is yes!❤️❤️❤️
Olivia, Awesome post and deeply resonates with me. Where you are and what you are thinking is the exact place I was in when I met you and how my Caregiver business was born. I pray for you and your family but know you'll come out the other end with all the grace and poise you've always presented. Take care!
Thank You so much for reading and for expressing these kind thoughts. I have the utmost respect and admiration for anyone with a caregiving business. You are doing sacred and often under appreciated work!❤️
Sending so much love. ❤️
Thank You. It’s a paradoxical season of life. Unquestionably challenging, but one with MUCH grace interwoven with the grief!