by Bruce McIntyre | Aug 22, 2025 | Resilience
Your Best #1 Have you ever caught yourself wrestling with the many inflections of your best? Consider these common statements and phrases: It was the best I could do.I did my best.I did my best and I accomplished my goal!My best wasn’t good enough.You bring out...
by Bruce McIntyre | Aug 15, 2025 | Caregiving
Glimpses of Care #3 Sometimes diagnosis, care, treatment, etc. go quickly. Usually though, it’s a long road. In the beginning, it is all about the questions, the uncertainties. False hopes are common along with denial. It is a discombobulating time. As you begin...
by Bruce McIntyre | Aug 8, 2025 | Caregiving
Glimpses of Care #2The silent heroics of those who care for a loved one take many forms. If you identify with any of the following, know that you are seen and appreciated: Accompanying your person on doctor’s visits and asking the questions no one wants to ask....
by Bruce McIntyre | Aug 1, 2025 | Caregiving
Glimpses of Care #1 He used to drive everywhere.All over the state supervising his crew,On vacation to many destinations,And for all the errands and outings life entails.Now, he is driven.He and his bride have switched seats,And she drives him to appointments,...
by Bruce McIntyre | Jul 25, 2025 | Serendipity
Friendship #4 You’ve got troubles, I’ve got ’em tooThere isn’t anything I wouldn’t do for youWe stick together, we can see it through’Cause you’ve got a friend in meYeah, you’ve got a friend in me -Randy Newman This...
