I still have a healthy dose of this, which is nice because I needed a treat today.
I’m almost well but last Tuesday my mom came down with what I had. Hers was even worse, although her temp wasn’t as high as mine. My brother, who is her primary caretaker, was gone camping with a friend. All the nursing plus working the day job, plus the writing gig, plus the housework, plus the cooking fell on me. I am so tired. Friends invited me to their annual 4th of July potluck tomorrow, and I was pleased to accept. But now my brother is off camping again til sunday. he was only home two nights! I can’t leave Mom and I can’t bring her, as strange places and people make her very agitated. So I guess I’ll stay at home.
I knew being a caretaker for my mom would be challenging sometimes. And I knew that my brother has been doing this for ten years, and would probably enjoy the freedom to go places now that I am here. But I feel pretty tired and resentful right now.
That’s why it’s time to break out my favorite hoarded tea. I can’t control everything, but I have tea.
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Our family has been where you are. Will be praying for your patience and contentment—they tend to run in short supply in these circumstances.
Thanks, gmathis.
I am so sorry you have to miss the gathering. I was in your shoes once and it is hard. Prayers for you and yours.
Thank you, ashmanra I know that this will pass, and someday I’ll be glad I was able to spend time with my mom.
Our family has been where you are. Will be praying for your patience and contentment—they tend to run in short supply in these circumstances.
Thanks, gmathis.
I am so sorry you have to miss the gathering. I was in your shoes once and it is hard. Prayers for you and yours.
Thank you, ashmanra I know that this will pass, and someday I’ll be glad I was able to spend time with my mom.