Despondent and leaving...venting
Hello Fabulous People,
My ahort walk with my LO has become shorter yet, as I succumbed to pneumonia and will head home to recuperate.
My LO's POA is stepping into the space I filled and navigating moving my LO, as well.
I advocate as best I can.
I love as best I can.
I try to bite my tongue when I hear things said that my observations negate. I can not make people see and observe. I can not explain that the measure needs to meet my LO's worst days, not her best.
I am shattered and heartbroken and hoping for true best practice professionals to show up for my LO on her journey.
You are all a gift in my life. Thanks for seeing and hearing and getting it.
I continue to learn, grow and love.
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@darcytg You did your very best, and that is all anyone (including yourself) can ask of you. To everything there is a season, and now is the time to step aside from active caregiving for your LO and focus on restoring your own health. I pray that your LO receives the care that they need and that you receive healing, both physical and mental, as you continue your journeys.
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Thank you fmb.
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You do need to recouperate . Be proud of all you have done .❤️
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Be well @darcytg .
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Agreeing with others - It takes a toll others wouldn't understand. We do... !
Get well soon
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I’m glad you will be taking needed time for yourself, yet so difficult to do. I hope your physical healing is swift. Thanks for sharing.
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People don't realize what it takes or what the challenges are until they've tried to caregive. They will recall what you told them in a while...Hope you feel better soon.
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Sending prayers and hugs
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Feel better soon!
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