Friday, March 9, 2018

Lesson #6 - Do What You Can, How You Can

When you're in the thick of dealing with the many, many issues involved in caregiving, it's hard to even contemplate doing . . . more.

But rest assured, the day will come when things slow down for you. Or when you are reflecting back on the past. When (not if) that day comes, you may wonder what you can do to make a difference for others.

For me, this blog is a start. For a fellow jigsaw puzzler, it is a combination of fundraising and celebrating a personal joy. Check out what Leslie Mallory is doing to make a difference here.

(http://act.alz.org/site/TR?px=7813930&fr_id=10935&pg=personal)

I cannot participate on June 21 this year (my wedding anniversary AND the rehearsal for my youngest son's wedding) . . . but I may donate.  And I am making a note of this event for 2019. And I am asking myself "What can I do to make a positive difference?" Caregiving can be challenging, but complaining isn't productive (or enjoyable).

Do what you can, when you can!

(On a random side note, my parents always referred to "Alzheimer's" Disease as "Old Timers'" Disease. They were so cute!)