Category Archives: Living Well

My Caregiver Vacation

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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Believe in Yourself

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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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The Four Stages of Decline

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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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Fringe Health Benefits

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I continued to run stairs during the summer, on hot and humid days that were unsuitable for getting Cindy out. Since my outdoor activities with the pedicab and datemobile provide all my distance/aerobic needs, I use stair reps more for … Continue reading

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Caregiver Care

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The alarm on my iPad goes off at 7:00 am. I’ve been awake for a little while, which often happens when the days are long, but the alarm signals the start of my daily routine. Two months ago the routine … Continue reading

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Heat Wave

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I have been Cindy’s full time caregiver for over eight years now. My attitude regarding some things are bound to change. The heat wave provided a tipping point for a couple of these changes. I attempt to follow all the … Continue reading

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Preserving the Will to Live

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As I retire Cindy’s worn out pants I have a difficult decision to make. Do I get a replacement pair? Three years ago when my daughters bought these pants and two others the decision was easier. Based on her rate … Continue reading

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SPA Treatment

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Emotion overcomes me as I sit in our entertainment room working on a slideshow. In the chair next to me, in what I call the throne, sits Cindy looking at a different slideshow of family pictures on the television monitor. … Continue reading

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Fighting Lethargy

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I was feeling lethargic in recent months. Was this the breaking point for occasional sadness turning to depression? One day, before the recent March snowstorms arrived, the answer came to me. I was handling the present moment well enough, except … Continue reading

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What Super Agers Do

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On the Humanity Hiker Facebook page I share the articles I come across that correlate living well with brain health, while on this blog I focus on our own experiences. I came across a recent article that reported on a … Continue reading

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