Category Archives: aging parents
In most cases, the tugs on the Sandwich Generation come from aging parents and growing children, both needing attention at the same time. But this past week, I was faced with simultaneous pulls from a suddenly ill spouse and my twin grandsons celebrating their fifth birthday. I wanted to be with everyone, albeit for very different reasons, and searched to balance my time, energy and emotions between them. Of course, I wanted to be at the hospital with my husband, even if it meant just sitting there while he slept. … Continue reading
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Tagged Baby Boomers, grandchildren, Sandwich Generation
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Did reading last week’s post get you thinking about changing your attitude or behavior? In any case, what follows are more ideas that can get you started. To develop a new perspective, step back so you can see your present situation from a different angle. Gain comfort and reassurance as you recognize how your basic character strengths support you. Decide what’s important, and integrate your core values into how you view the world. Increase your capacity to be resilient. Releasing tension through humor will help you begin to bounce back. … Continue reading
While watching the 4th of July fireworks from the beach with several thousand of my follow Angelenos, I felt a great sense of community – as well as fun. And hearing our young grandsons tell us, with such glee, about how they had ridden their bikes – without training wheels! – in their local Independence Day parade, I thought, what a glorious day. Although scrolling through the news on the internet or watching it on television may sometimes leave you with a deep sense of sadness and dread, getting out … Continue reading
Father’s day was a big gathering at our place. It all began 10 years ago when our son’s fraternity brothers who had settled in Los Angeles got together with their dads for a softball game. It became an annual event. Last Sunday, with children, parents and in-laws, we numbered more than 60. What nostalgia – when it seems like only yesterday that we were celebrating our fathers and playing with our young children. What a pleasure to see our children as parents themselves. Time really does fly.
