http://www.cnn.com/2009/LIVING/personal/05/15/oprah.caring.for.parents/index.html
"Bill and I are training his dad to 'go toward the light,'" said my friend Anne, whose father-in-law no longer recognizes his family. "Any light we see -- lamps, flashlights, the TV -- we steer him over there. We figure he can use the practice."
*This was intended to be humorous, a point in the article about having to take your struggles with a grain of salt...but still, WOW. Even *I*, queen of inappropriateness, wouldn't say that.
Seriously though, the article brings up some good basic points - it's hard to take care of your elderly parents. It requires support. It requires laughing so you don't cry.
Sunday, May 17, 2009
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I found that article very informative. It reminded me of the things I learned helping my wife Nancy battle leukemia. Such an experience can truly be a gift, because it teaches you about what's important in life. Plus it teaches you how tough you really are.
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