Tag Archives: support system
Eloquent Speech for these Unfortunate Situations
I’ve reached the age when more and more people I care about are sick, ailing or dying. I’m sympathetic and want to offer words of comfort, but most of what I can think of to say is stilted, shallow and … Continue reading
Advice from a Horoscope
We’re just not doing a good enough job. Let’s start there. Positively Purging-I welcome your feedbacks in the comments and your likes and passing the real life wisdom on to others as I embark on this new venture of “positively … Continue reading
Remembering 3 Words
The neurological examination was over. Alan had done better than expected, remembering two of the three words (“pencil” and “watch”) and the incumbent president’s name. As the doctor wrote his prescriptions, I stood next to my very tired and stressed … Continue reading
HELP
I’m going through some tough times. I’ve always been strong and independent, and I think I’ve also been a good friend. I know my old friends care about me, but I need more right now, but I don’t know how … Continue reading
Mother’s Love
In the winter of my 40th year, I received a cancer diagnosis that required major surgery. I packed my hospital bag and kissed my spouse, toddler and baby goodbye. While there, a Canadian storm pelted the area with every precipitation … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 