CP-Emotional Impact

Once upon a time, the world was a different place in America. Sons and daughters grew up, married, and lived

Caregiving is a very lonely responsibility. If you have ever been a caregiver, you understand what I mean. All caregivers

Ever since Lynn almost had to go on a ventilator in May, in the back of my mind I wonder

First off, let me say that I would not wish MS on anyone. Nor do I believe that God gives

I try to stay optimistic about the future, but occasionally, an event reminds me of how tenuous life can be.

It seems ironic but did you know that caring too much could harm you? There’s a fancy name for it

As a caregiver, I want to help make my spouse’s life better. I want to help him find answers to

Feelings of sadness hit me unexpectedly today. Since my husband was with me, I worked hard on the tears that

I wrote the following poem based on an event that happened while Lynn was a patient in the hospital. I

For the most part, our home life is fairly stable, meaning we have the same things happening daily. We have

I admit my life is very busy and very difficult. I also admit I manage it pretty well, but just

I always have guilt feelings when I write about any negative emotions I feel in being a caregiver, but the