No Regrets Caregiving

My mom turned 90 in style with a big family party. Even more birthday cards arrived after this photo was taken.

My mom has had three trips to the Emergency Department already this year. She’s had twice as many falls. Every time the telephone rings, I tense up. It’s often a nurse, and it’s often bad news.

8 thoughts on “No Regrets Caregiving

  1. Brenda Collins

    Never easy to care for a loved one but in the end it surely gives you a new outlook on life. Makes you appreciate the little things. So many out there don’t think it’s their job or place to care for their parent/s. I was honored and blessed to care for my mom.
    Blessings to you.

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    1. Taryn Hutchison Post author

      I know you were, Brenda. I can hear it in your words. I also know you were a blessing to your mom.

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  2. Susan Myers Nagel

    Oh Taryn — You are hearing God’s voice as HE leads you. And you are hearing and responding wisely. My heart hurts for you as you go through this yet one thing I know, my dear friend……. YOU WILL NEVER REGRET BEING THERE FOR YOUR MOM RIGHT NOW . Never!!!!!!There is such a sweetness in your our heart that will stay forever because you were there. ! It is an exhausting road( grateful she is getting good care in the nursing home) and this is one of the most difficult things you will do. You will feel privileged and honored to be laying your life down now. I promise you. And I agree with your kind friends who know you need to rest,too,and you can’t do it all. But keep giving when you can ,Taryn . You are honoring your Mom . There is a deep ,deep joy you will experience from The Lord— now and when her Heavenly Father takes her Home. I am praying for you,dear one.🙏🏻❤️🌸

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    1. Taryn Hutchison Post author

      Oh, Sue, you’re one of the clearest voices I’ve heard encouraging me toward the joy and privilege there is in traveling this hard road. I know you will never regret having been there for your parents. Thank you for your prayers and your encouragement. Mom and I love you.

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  3. Sue Smedley

    What unconditional love you are living out! You are doing it all by faith which is stored up in Heaven to be laid at His feet. A good reminder for us all in waking by faith and not by sight. Much love, Taryn. Sue

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    1. Taryn Hutchison Post author

      And I’m sending that love right back at you. I didn’t realize you were entering the caregiver’s role. We must talk. Thanks for your encouragement.

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