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Caregiving: I’m frustrated and exhausted.

Caregivers | Last Active: Mar 27, 2022 | Replies (223)

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@kimspr3

I'm having a difficult time expressing myself. I have had cancer, I'm fine now. Before treatment began the dr., social worker had a little get together to explain what is a head for us. I distinctly remember the Social Worker saying, when you have cancer your loved ones "loved ones!" have it also threw you. I saw families, friends in the "Chemo Room" they needed to be there, patient needed it. My daughter was there. Brother lived 15 min. away from the hospital, his wife not far, their children N.A. they could have easily stopped during treatment. Never helped my husband, brought a morsel. When he had cancer I was there even brought my dog for his comfort. What I admire about your wife know matter how ill she felt she took control away from them, did the right thing. Her wishes were yours and your children. I hope that brought her some peace.

I don't know how long I will be here I will never have that SATISFACTION, I need so badly. I met my brothers future wife when I was 13, gradually he became her. My parents and hers fought constantly. A funny thing happened when they got married. It was a Black Tie wedding. Mens pants were shorter and you could see their socks. My father walked down the isle wearing white socks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! There was a bit of a tiff, the reception went on.

I have a very hard time excepting the painful things in my life, wish I could. Validation is to me an important word that has never been given to me.

I hope I expressed myself ok. Let's give us a HIGH FIVE!

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Kimspr3. Your satisfaction should come from within, knowing that you are a good person and that you’ve done the best you can. That cannot come from another person. High five!