Last week our regular caregiver was out, so we had new and different people. One of the girls was great with my mom; patient, low key, and knowledgeable. Mom was very comfortable with her. So I was pretty happy when I was able to hire her to come in a couple afternoons every week. It was especially fortunate since the last one that we hired was unable to continue. It is all such a rollercoaster ride. I feel almost numb sometimes. In any case, the new caregiver came over this afternoon. The dynamic between her and my mom was wonderful and calm. My mom has been getting pretty anxious in the afternoons, but the caregiver was able to keep her busy enough to keep it from escalating. And she did some laundry. And the dishes. I got on my computer and took care of some business that has been put aside. The new caregiver was a blessing for sure.

I Found God today in a calm new caregiver.