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How Caregivers Begin Again
This weekend, I had a long stretch of driving and train time—enough hours to think about 2026 and what I want the next chapter of my life to look like. There were podcasts in my ears, moments of quiet reflection, and yes, a nap or two. Even when my body slowed down, my mind didn’t. It kept circling the same thoughts. There were flashes of excitement—those moments when you imagine a life with more space, more purpose, more peace. And then there were moments of doubt that follo
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Three conversations that changed my week
This week's blog post isn't one piece with a central theme. More like musings from the week—three conversations and experiences that...
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Sep 17, 20253 min read


Loss and travel
The loss of my wife Lynda on June 6, 2024, was difficult and deeply painful. I am still in disbelief after six months of not hearing her...
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Jan 6, 20255 min read
Breaking Out of the Rut: Recharging as a Caregiver to Avoid Burnout
Last week, I split my time in San Diego between vacation and work—a change from how I used to travel, which was mainly work-focused. As...
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Nov 12, 20244 min read
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