tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2770023564081271792.post6363570676945078679..comments2023-04-27T06:31:14.113-04:00Comments on under my wing-a caregiving blog: on the mendLesley Austinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07127382012643598284noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2770023564081271792.post-66037708565410140452011-01-24T21:16:51.718-05:002011-01-24T21:16:51.718-05:00Melissa....I've left a note at your blog, but ...Melissa....I've left a note at your blog, but wanted to also take this opportunity to mention my changed feelings about Joan Anderson's books. Tho' I can still appreciate much about them, my enthusiasm for her work changed when she described in one of her books her attitude about her mother that allowed her to accept her mother going into assisted-living. It is not the going to assisted-living that bothered me, but her attitude that her mother's life was basically over and that it was her turn to do what she wanted to do without compromise for her mother's needs. That and the fact that even in this book that purported to be about finding ways know and be your best self in our everyday, it ended up going over the same ground as her first book with yet another trip to a place apart to discover better knowledge and understanding of ourselves. <br /><br />And it is not that I haven't sought solitude and newness for the good of my soul, but even before I became a caregiver, those times had to be short and sweet. For me, the trick is to discover all that I need and want to within the beautiful confines of my day-to-day life.<br /><br />Dori...thank you for your always kind concern. We have all stayed well here!<br /><br />Meg...I do hope the monitor information will help someone, that is why I wanted to share it. I am a pretty logical person (when I am not being dreamy!) and it was my first thought after a night or two with mom's wakefulness. They are pricey, and I am concerned that the little toggle button is wearing out, but I will buy another one the same day that this one gives up...it is that useful.Lesley Austinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07127382012643598284noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2770023564081271792.post-55430965848354503392011-01-23T20:06:57.670-05:002011-01-23T20:06:57.670-05:00That little video monitor is a brilliant idea. I ...That little video monitor is a brilliant idea. I think a lot of people will benefit from reading about the way you're using it. Never would've crossed my mind.<br /><br />Take care-<br />MegAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2770023564081271792.post-5991884791982709162011-01-23T14:08:36.836-05:002011-01-23T14:08:36.836-05:00Such a relief to find this post, as you have been ...Such a relief to find this post, as you have been so on my mind. I am relieved your mother is on the mend, relieved that you have not come down with the virus. These can be passed so easily, and come on so quickly. Horrid bugs. Take good and gentle care of yourself. I know you try to. :-)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2770023564081271792.post-12759687882185165952011-01-23T14:01:59.192-05:002011-01-23T14:01:59.192-05:00I feel for you more now than I've been able to...I feel for you more now than I've been able to in the past months because my mom has had a fall herself this past week, and broken her arm. She's still able to live alone, but requires around-the-clock care now. Not sure how long that will last, but it does put a different spin on life. Keeps me *on alert* when it's my turn at her house, and that in itself is draining. But, my situation is no where near as constant as yours. <br /><br />Noticed your photo of your Joan Anderson book and the pad of sticky notes, and wondered if you tucked them inside the pages when you find a quote you love. :) I read her books this past year, after seeing your mention of them.<br /><br />Well, I've chattered enough. Hope your day is sweet and peaceful.melissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07239376501783744106noreply@blogger.com