Independence Takes Courage

“It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are.” ~ E.E. Cummings

I might add on: “It takes courage to let your children grow up and become who they really are.”

Parent as Caregiver

“There are only four kinds of people in the world – those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers and those who will need caregivers.” ~Rosalyn Carter.

The thing about being a caregiver is that I never aspired to be one.

Caregiving with Quiet Strength and Focus

Beyond the normal parenting expectations, my child needs me to be his caregiver.  Learning how to care for his complicated health care needs has been the focus of our journey so far.