FROM THE EDITOR'S PEN /
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I spent a few days with old
friends this week. I had business in the
community in which they live and they would not
hear of me staying in a hotel. At dinner on
Monday night, I had an extended conversation
with my friend George about family, work and how
life has been treating us over the years. George
is a renowned business consultant, so I listened
intently for any bits of wisdom which I could
apply to my own daily dealings. Yet, it
was in the family care arena where George helped
me the most. His five siblings range from
60 to 72 years of age and some have had
significant cardiac health issues this past
year. Recently, George realized that every
conversation he has had with his close-knit and
fun-loving family over these past few months
have been somber and healthcare related.
George is looking forward to
everyone getting together for the holidays at
his mom's house. He suggested to his family that
they take the time to deal with the specifics of
the ailing family members' health needs, but
then put all health topics aside. By doing
so, they don't miss just being with one another
as a family sharing the holiday spirit, warmth
and joy rather than letting their fears and
concerns take over the entire time they have
together.
Now that's some expert advice
we can all take to heart.
Gary Barg
Editor-in-Chief
gary@caregiver.com
