#20 Loving lessons from a Caregiver

I learned that letting go of the role of caregiver was more difficult than taking it on. Even new habits are hard to break.
There often isn't so much as a hint of how life will be "after", so no wonder the familiar feels like a safer choice. However, there comes that time...........
I explore my journey through the withdrawal process from my Caregiving for Alan in my memoir Living on the Verge of Insanity. Interesting times these......

All the Time in the World

Here in the northern hemisphere we are winding down from our summer schedules. Most are getting back to work, back to school and for many of us back to a busy schedule.
In the southern hemisphere they are heading into summer, a time for beaches, relaxation and time with family and friends.
In our plugged in world it is easy to long for a slower pace with more fun stuff to do. On the other hand there is a palpable restlessness in the air. It makes it hard for some of us to sit still anymore. We fail to enjoy our surroundings or indulge in long, relaxing conversations. There seems to be the ever frequent interruptions from our blackberries, cell phones, internet and emails.
Taking breaks to experience the present moment is one way to break the frenetic cycle. We don't have to wait until next summer to watch a bird soaring above or listen to the sound of chimes in the wind. Taking time away from our busy schedule requires some determination but the rewards are many. Better health, improved mood and the gift of inspiration are all the "side effects" of taking some time out of our day to enjoy what is right in front of us. Best of all it's free!