Happy New Year!
Yes I know it’s February 20th. Life has been life-ing which is not all bad because the alternative is not that good. I have been trying to write a blog post FOREVER. The topic was a get together I had with my writing “tribe” in December and the importance of finding your “people”. Not given up on it but this is on my heart and mind.
I literally couldn’t wait to get this out of my brain. On February 6th I grabbed some breakfast, my Pittsburgh Steeler hat, pen/paper and sat briefly in one of my happy places outside (37 degrees/felt like 30 degrees). I love the sun but the temperature definitely not my favorite. Lasted about 5 minutes—breathing in the crisp air makes my heart smile.
We all have experienced or will experience this and I do constantly! Every day I must get out of bed no matter what. Why?! Because I take care of a whole, loving, caring Human. Doesn’t matter if I’m tired, sciatica kicking my butt, health issues or just don’t feel like it, etc. BBE (Best Brother Eva) depends on me and trusts me with his life. When everyone else in the world gives up on Him or us, I advocate to ensure his worth is recognized. Unnegotiable!!
I’ve been feeling like a firefighter recently because of the constant fires I’ve been putting out. Follow up with doctor, pharmacies, nursing agencies, supply companies, etc. Definitely another blog post. I always have something to follow up on, something to do AND I’m trying to take care of ME. Caregivers shouldn’t have to choose between their loved one or themselves. The caregivers’ journey should not be mutually exclusive; meaning if you take care of a loved one, taking care of yourself is not possible. Believe me, I’m not saying this isn’t how it is currently but I’m trying to figure this out with all my heart and soul. I love BBE beyond words AND I love ME too! AND is the key word not OR!