In 2003, Ma had a stroke. Dad was her full time caregiver until he he had a car accident that totaled the car. So in 2006, I became their chauffeur among other jobs.
At the time, to deal with the stress of running two households and working, I kept a blog entitled CJ's Whine and Cheeze. Egged on by some friends who enjoyed the first read through, you'll see your part when it comes by.
Monday, October 09, 2006
Sandwich
I've been a bit surprised in my travels with a bottle of whine, how many of us are sandwiched between commitments in our lives: family, parents, work, friends, church, etc. Sometimes it seems no matter how long or fast we dance, we just can't please everyone. So how does one deal with stress and frustration? You just keep on dancing the best you can.
A friend asked if whining...er...blogging was cathartic. Heck, yeah! And it's cheaper and more fun than therapy too. 😉
I agree... to all. Blogging helped and helps me through good and bad times.
ReplyDeleteThat and to have the chance and look back at what our thoughts and feelings were back then and how we evolved. Managed. Where we are now.
Yes, after some time, looking back can be fun
DeleteAging parents were tough. And then they pass and you miss them, at times at least. You can't win, so you might as well whine. Did you get much snow overnight?
ReplyDeleteWe got very little snow. Mostly, sleet and freezing rain. Most schools have delayed the start time by two hours.
Delete. . . and you often get good advice!
ReplyDeleteand a bit of comfort knowing you're not the only one going through it
DeleteAmen, sister! 😂
ReplyDelete😊
DeleteThanks for the laughs, I think I'm in a whine faze just now!
ReplyDeleteJust ask me, and I'll bring the cheeze! 😺
Deletethecontemplativecat here. Writing is my stress reliever. In the late 90s, I lost 3 beloved family members. Robert was 46, Bill was 44, and Dad was 74. It was a rough three years, and then seeking psych. help.
ReplyDeleteMay their memories be a blessing.
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