As I look out the window from where we spend most of our days, out towards our Emerson Street neighborhood, I notice our neighbor’s car missing from the driveway across the street. The car should be there this time of … Continue reading
As I was doing my town errands on a Friday, the day the local bank gives out delicious cookies, I was stopped and asked how Cindy was doing. Usually I answer with “still smiling,” but I could not say that … Continue reading
The past couple of weeks I struggled with some injuries. The first one was a strained pectoral muscle, which I first felt when I woke up in the morning, but soon discovered that how I moved Cindy likely was the … Continue reading
I tucked Cindy in for the night, went around to my side of the bed and started watching our daughter Serena’s graduate recital streaming on the Internet. Her piece incorporates several different performance elements to convey the theme of coping … Continue reading
I have not posted for many weeks because of practical and technical difficulties. The practical difficulties stemmed from an event filled December, including a week off, followed by less companion coverage in January. During this time I reflected on how … Continue reading
Day One, Friday Traveling to Florida was much easier than last time, going through airport security and using public transportation just by myself, without having to guide Cindy through everything. Well, easier until I reached the end of the line … Continue reading
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Many people have expressed their satisfaction that I am leaving the state on Friday. I have not taken offense at their apparent eagerness for me to leave town; they all claim I need a break as a caregiver. This past … Continue reading
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During our walk across the country our motto was “Believe in Humanity.” I printed this on T-shirts for sale, to help fund our walk. Ironically, I gave away as many as I sold in thanks for the kindness bestowed upon … Continue reading
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Over the weekend I had a rare opportunity to go for a trail run by myself, while our daughter Charissa sat with Cindy. I do my best thinking while hiking or running in the woods. This time I reflected on … Continue reading
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Since my last post Cindy improved a little bit. I can “walk” her again, rather than carry her everywhere in the house, though even more awkwardly and she becomes apprehensive when I do either. I have noticed that heat, whether … Continue reading
