I'm struggling to learn a very hard thing. I've become a full-time caretaker for my husband, who, after a severe heart/lung issue in April became dependent on me for almost everything. Many, many med appointments in 4 different towns, learning the names (medical, brand, and generic) for every new prescription, of which there are many, which are constantly changing, and just constantly running and fetching. Hardest of all is keeping my heart aligned with God's when it gets overwhelming. It's hard, AND a blessed opportunity to practice doing it right.
I grew up in timber country and was an R.A. Long High School Lumberjack. I was going to post you a photo of our Lumberjack carved like a totem pole from a BIG log, but I can't get it to attach.
Also, my HS mascot was a VIKING. Most excellent of mascots - strong, cool, no one voices oppostion. Better than the Smelt (some Oregon HS when I was a kid, can't find it now) that you can catch by the net fulls when they are running in the rivers! OUr colors were black and red, again excellent choice. Lucked out there. I will celebrate as a Viking in two weeks - for my 40th reunion. (Again, what?!?)
I read your story as I was waiting for my computer to upgrade and reset. I bought a new iPhone recently and am TRYING to move photos over to the computer. Your blog really resonates with me today. I was in tears over my frustration about an hour ago. Still not solved. May we both have patience and make headway with difficult lessons.
1. Learning immigration law has been hard, rewarding and sometimes exhausting.
2. Hearing the rhetoric about immigrants and immigration that is misleading, uninformed, and harmful to the dignity of humans in many cases. No one wants more than a soundbite, but it takes longer to give context to something most US born Americans have NO understanding of! It hurts me, but I am not great at knowing how to combat it, give greater context, finding an opening to speak.
3. (Warning, petty struggle ahead) Losing those 10-15 menopause lbs. Stupid. I've never worried much about my weight, but I have too many clothes that "suddenly" (?) don't fit. Then, yesterday, the doctor tells me my heart muscle is mildly too thick - "likely because of some extra weight you're carrying, 10-15 lbs." Sorry?!? Rude. I mean, True, just mildly hurtful. Honestly, I was mostly going to not worry too much about it , buy some new pants, keep having after dinner/between meal snacks. Then, it becomes an actual doctor recommendation. Bother. Discipline gets another go.
I so love reading about your travels. Something I am dreaming about. I love meeting people from all walks of life. So if you get close to Caledonia Michigan you can stop over for dinner. Don’t know that we’ll ever rebuild a truck but I could buy a small motor home and travel to all 50 states. My husband has no interest in that, sooo…he may be staying home.
Thanks, Sheryl. We will indeed spend some time in Michigan, as that's where I'm from, originally (born in Pontiac, childhood in Lansing, family in GR and Sparta). We meet so many couples who don't have the same ideas about travel. I love that you might just let him stay home while you wander about. I'd love to meet up and get to know you better!
I'm struggling to learn a very hard thing. I've become a full-time caretaker for my husband, who, after a severe heart/lung issue in April became dependent on me for almost everything. Many, many med appointments in 4 different towns, learning the names (medical, brand, and generic) for every new prescription, of which there are many, which are constantly changing, and just constantly running and fetching. Hardest of all is keeping my heart aligned with God's when it gets overwhelming. It's hard, AND a blessed opportunity to practice doing it right.
I grew up in timber country and was an R.A. Long High School Lumberjack. I was going to post you a photo of our Lumberjack carved like a totem pole from a BIG log, but I can't get it to attach.
Oh, Peg. This is hard. I wish I were nearby. I will pray for strength for both of you. 💜
Also, my HS mascot was a VIKING. Most excellent of mascots - strong, cool, no one voices oppostion. Better than the Smelt (some Oregon HS when I was a kid, can't find it now) that you can catch by the net fulls when they are running in the rivers! OUr colors were black and red, again excellent choice. Lucked out there. I will celebrate as a Viking in two weeks - for my 40th reunion. (Again, what?!?)
Oh dear, I meant to put this on my response, Peg! I apologize! I don't know how to get it deleted.
Also, my heart goes out to you and your husband. This is a hard road.
I love listening to your posts! Thanks for letting me participate in your newsletter. 🧡
Thank YOU! 💜
I read your story as I was waiting for my computer to upgrade and reset. I bought a new iPhone recently and am TRYING to move photos over to the computer. Your blog really resonates with me today. I was in tears over my frustration about an hour ago. Still not solved. May we both have patience and make headway with difficult lessons.
Ugh. Sorry for your struggles, friend. Hang in there.
Struggles:
1. Learning immigration law has been hard, rewarding and sometimes exhausting.
2. Hearing the rhetoric about immigrants and immigration that is misleading, uninformed, and harmful to the dignity of humans in many cases. No one wants more than a soundbite, but it takes longer to give context to something most US born Americans have NO understanding of! It hurts me, but I am not great at knowing how to combat it, give greater context, finding an opening to speak.
3. (Warning, petty struggle ahead) Losing those 10-15 menopause lbs. Stupid. I've never worried much about my weight, but I have too many clothes that "suddenly" (?) don't fit. Then, yesterday, the doctor tells me my heart muscle is mildly too thick - "likely because of some extra weight you're carrying, 10-15 lbs." Sorry?!? Rude. I mean, True, just mildly hurtful. Honestly, I was mostly going to not worry too much about it , buy some new pants, keep having after dinner/between meal snacks. Then, it becomes an actual doctor recommendation. Bother. Discipline gets another go.
I so love reading about your travels. Something I am dreaming about. I love meeting people from all walks of life. So if you get close to Caledonia Michigan you can stop over for dinner. Don’t know that we’ll ever rebuild a truck but I could buy a small motor home and travel to all 50 states. My husband has no interest in that, sooo…he may be staying home.
Thanks, Sheryl. We will indeed spend some time in Michigan, as that's where I'm from, originally (born in Pontiac, childhood in Lansing, family in GR and Sparta). We meet so many couples who don't have the same ideas about travel. I love that you might just let him stay home while you wander about. I'd love to meet up and get to know you better!
Send me a message when you’re in town.