Three of my conclusions that seem worth sharing with a new caregiver: ‘Seize the day.’ ‘Claim your mission.’ ‘Move forward.’

We discovered new meaning in advice we’ve heard for years: “It is more blessed to give than to receive.”

Would we call it sad, this survival scene
with two people
who once recklessly pledged their love
for each other?

Which is worse? To see a young life snatched away too soon? Or to watch a long life twist to a tortured end?

Looking at the disease, evaluating losses, taking care of myself—I’m doing all of this better because of help from my friends.

Do you cry? I know I’m not the only one who puddles up often. And now that I’m a caregiver, I’m coming to understand what’s behind some of those tears.