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Sometimes You Have to Tiptoe Through the Tulips

For everything I faced in life, I always thought I could plan ahead and figure things out so I’d know what to do… until Ron got Alzheimer’s. That was a big wake-up call! I took classes to learn about the … Continue reading

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Courageous Hearts – Value Beyond Caregiving

I was surprised by the comments my 31 year-old niece put on Facebook after reading Courageous Hearts. Though I wrote it for those who were caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or knew someone with the disease, she does not fall … Continue reading

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From B!+@# to Advocate

Shortly after Ron’s passing, I was interviewed by the Alzheimer’s Association. Looking back on the article, I can see that the lessons that stood out to me then are what I still stand on now! I tripped over myself in … Continue reading

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Just Breathe

This tender Pearl Jam song, sung by the great Willie Nelson, explains my journey in caring for Ron, so well. Plus he loved Willie! Using mindfulness while caring for him, I wrote in my memoir about the importance of stopping … Continue reading

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