Category Archives: Chronic Illness

Managing Stress

Posted on March 13, 2018 by Debi

What is stress?  Stress is the common, nonspecific response to the demands and the wear and tear of whatever happens to a living being.  It is a generalized physiological and psychological reaction to anything that threatens a person’s survival. Traumatic … Continue reading →

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The Sandwich Generation – Spring 2014 Update

Posted on February 27, 2018 by Debi

So, I am definitely the “nana” of two little girls! The oldest is now 3 ½ and the little one is celebrating her first birthday! They are a darling duo — fun, sweet, loving, playful, and keep Pa and Nana … Continue reading →

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The Sandwich Generation

Posted on February 5, 2018 by Debi

I wrote this blog post back in February of 2011. The “sandwich generation” is ongoing! ****** Who would have thought I would ever be a grandmother?! Sure, I fantasized about this season of life, but that it is actually real is continues … Continue reading →

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