Category Archives: aging parents
There were several comments on last week’s interview with Carol O’Dell, where she talked about caring for her mother in her final years. One reader wrote about the conflict that comes from the relationship with a mother who was always difficult. Children raised in a home where there was little nurturing often resent the responsibility of taking care of their parents in their later years. Some decide not to get involved at all while others help out the best they can by finding resources in the community or seeking out … Continue reading
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Tagged Baby Boomers, Carol O'Dell, eldercare, Sandwich Generation
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Today, we have the pleasure of welcoming author Carol D. O’Dell to our blog as she continues her virtual book tour and answers our questions about her new book, Mothering Mother. Carol’s memoir is bitingly humorous and unflinchingly honest as she narrates her feelings of the moment — love, grief, humor and even bitter resentment. When Carol’s mother was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and a heart condition, Carol’s decision not to put her mother “in one of those homes” had far-reaching consequences for her family. She learned to mother her … Continue reading
The past few months just flew by – and here comes fall, with its urgent demands for focus. The end of summer always makes me feel a little nostalgic. What about you? Take this opportunity to reminisce, write down your thoughts and share your story with others. Back to School Memories: Ah, remember the back to school days of youth? How about taking us back with you by writing about your favorite memory? You are welcome to write about the anticipation and excitement of beginning another year, or plunking yourself … Continue reading
The comments from readers about last week’s blog highlight the ups and downs of being the consummate caregiver to children, parents, spouse. Sometimes we neglect ourselves in the process. I recently experienced that first-hand as I tried to care for my recuperating husband while coping with four broken ribs – resulting from a fall while playing baseball with my grandson! Trying to do both at the same time, I’m not sure I did either one very well. It’s not easy to let go of the desire to take care of … Continue reading
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Tagged Baby Boomers, caregiving, Sandwich Generation, self care
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