Some call it Turkey Day because of the prominent position played by this succulent juicy bird. Others are thankful for the cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, homemade cranberry jelly, fresh rolls, and green bean casserole. But Thanksgiving is more than fabulous filling food.
Thanksgiving (and EVERY single other day!) is a time to give thanks and show gratitude to the many people who serve as our caregivers. Day in and day out...24-7...and definitely not just on holidays they are there for us. Truly. Even on our most difficult days. They see us when the pain is overwhelming. When we seem to have forgotten how to smile. When hope seems to hide.
And yet they are always there to listen, to help, to encourage and to love us. To simply be present in our anguish, disappointment and hurt. For me, my wife is my pillar, my guide, my dearest friend.
She is the best example I know of someone who comes to the rescue even when she doesn't know exactly how to help. Because, well, how could she? We don't understand all of the bizarre symptoms that pummel us. Let alone how to feel better.
Think of the frustration of being a caregiver who must watch as someone they love struggles with symptoms that have no specific triggers and no definite treatments?
Like all caregivers, they want to take away the sorrow and sadness. But can only wait with us, watch with us, and pray with us.
Thank you, precious caregivers! You are priceless gifts to us. On Thanksgiving and every day we want you to know how very appreciated and loved you are. Especially if you don't hear such praise very often.
Let's talk. If you have time, here's an article about some of the changes I've faced and a brief introduction to my journey with neuropathy.
Thanks for listening.
John
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P.P.S. To read further thoughts about neuropathy, please visit Let's Talk about Mobility, Let's Talk about Speed, or Let's Talk about Changes. You can also read about Tennis Balls and walkers, Saying "Owww" when it hurts, dealing with Pain, or the Humor of finding out your personal walker was a star on the TV show Monk! Finally, if you ever find yourself dropping things like I do, please feel free to read this.
Thanks, Towfiqu, for the perfect picture. Photo by https://unsplash.com/@towfiqu-barbhuiya.
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