A Rough and Productive Week

This past week has been hard with Steve away. There has been a great loss of a friend and I could not go to his funeral. My mom and sister away most the month in Ireland and I could not even talk with them on the phone. My good friend Sharon unable to visit me because her own dad is going on hospice. No more laundry list of complaints, I will stop here and not continue with other negative thoughts.



Karen, my niece in law, visited and warmed my heart. Hospice helpers Leslie and Kiara also brightened my day. Getting myself into the art studio is my source of inspiration and replenishment. I created a number of necklaces, with hand painted angels coated in a protection of carefully placed resin. Each gemstone bead a breath, a moment, a mindful appreciation for color and shape. In the midst of a fog of emptiness and longing, my soul rejoices when I am in the process of creating. I am grateful for the opportunity and perseverance to continue as a caregiver and artist.

Something Different

Recently arrangements were made for respite care for Rhetta. It was a welcome break. It not only restored my energy, it also was fun to enjoy a brief vacation with my husband.

Having a 24/7 responsibility is a strain in many respects. What a blessing to be able to get away. The truth is that the importance of embracing love, nature, and adventure restores the soul.  It is a big boost for creativity, inner strength, coping, and health. 

Big Pocono State Park

Cape May

We went to the Pocono mountains and hiked on beautiful trails. The weather could not be better.  We visited wineries, a cave called Lost Caverns, played for a short time at the Mt. Airy Casino, and more trails at Dingmans Ferry. New Hope and Cape May also on our short trip.

Dingmans Ferry

  

Dingmans Ferry

During this time, my daughter visited from Florida. I missed her very much and thankful she made the drive safely.  We had time to enjoy before we left and when we got back, unfortunately she was very sick. Minute Clinic advised going to ER. It was late and she wanted to wait until morning. I woke at 5am and knew I had to go to her side. I gave her Reiki and it was clear to me not to wait any longer.  We went to Kennedy’s ER and they promptly cared for her abscessed throat. We also found out that was the best time and we missed the rush of people flooding ER. She is better now and back to Florida.