"When I Took My Aging Mother In, I Thought It Would Be Tough": Nearly Two Weeks of Living Together

“When I Took My Aging Mother In, I Thought It Would Be Tough”: Nearly Two Weeks of Living Together

Life has a way of throwing unexpected challenges our way. That’s exactly what happened to me. For years, I’ve been living independently in the city. My mother, Savannah, stayed back in our small hometown. Everything seemed fine in our family until my father, James, passed away. Suddenly, Savannah couldn’t stay by herself anymore, and the past two weeks have shown me just how hard things can get

The Stoic Emperor: A Tale of Marcus Aurelius

The Stoic Emperor: A Tale of Marcus Aurelius

“I cannot escape death, but at least I can escape the fear of it.”
The story of Marcus Aurelius reminds us that true strength lies in the acceptance of our mortality and the unwavering commitment to living with integrity and compassion. His legacy as a Stoic Emperor endures, offering timeless wisdom to those who seek to navigate the complexities of life with grace and resilience.

"At My Breaking Point: Finding a Care Home for My Aging Mother"

“At My Breaking Point: Finding a Care Home for My Aging Mother”

The weight of caregiving has become unbearable. I thought I could handle it, but I’m drained and out of options. Here’s my story: I’m the middle child, sandwiched between an older sister and a younger brother. My mother had us in her later years, which never seemed to affect our upbringing or her vitality. But now, as her health declines