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I'm an author of nonfiction and working on a book of fiction. I'm an experienced registered nurse, former pilot and lover of beautifully well engineered cars and airplanes. I adore dogs, horses, journeying to places in the world that challenge me intellectually and physically, a fan of emotionally intelligent men, and an explorer of food and cultures. My End-of-Life patients show me that life is to be lived fully, courageously and compassionately. Don't cause harm to yourself or others. And they teach me to not wait to live fully. Now truly is now. Death and the act of dying is part of life that we must figure out while we're living fully. And guess what? ALL families are complicated, and all humans are imperfect. And that's the good stuff!
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As I drive between patients’ homes and witness the work of their caregivers, I’m amazed how sane they seem to be. I always ask them, “What is one thing you can advise other caregivers to do in order to stay sane?”
The most popular answers are:
“1. Get rest while you can.
2. Have someone who will control/screen the phone calls and visits.
3. Call the nurse even if you feel stupid about a question.
4. Don’t worry about the condition of the house.
5. Get used to eating casseroles.”
And,
6. “People will give the darndest advice; don’t react, just laugh.”
From Sun to Sun 