Stay away from my window It is 11, an hour past my bedtime. An hour and a half ago, I took a sleeping pill and set my morning alarm for six. Finally, sleep. It is now Tuesday–the day after Memorial Day. The ever-present fear that circumstances will force me into a nursing home continue. These […]
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On the edge of despair Part I
Webster’s defines the verb DESPAIR as “to no longer have any hope or belief that a situation will improve or change.” This definition accurately states my fears. I am afraid I will be unable to: continue living an independent life report and advocate for the disabled and elderly to live productive lives avoid living in […]