Tag Archives: crisis

Buried in Clutter, Lost in Denial

Posted on December 16, 2014 by Greet Grief

Our elderly neighbors seldom come outside despite the park-like setting of their suburban yard. We watch the exterior of their home deteriorate from lack of paint, boards coming loose and holes from animals welcoming decay. Three walls of the home’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, behavior, Hardships, Life's Losses, parents, Relationships, Uncategorized | Tagged aging, ambulance, crisis, daughters, dementia, elderly, hoarders, illness, neighbors, parents, reality | 16 Comments

A Messy Riot of a Life

Posted on December 3, 2014 by Greet Grief

I am the “Queen of Plan B.” I pride myself on being flexible, being able to drop whatever I am doing if something more important presents itself. Something more important could mean responding to a serious health crisis of a … Continue reading →

Posted in growth, Hardships, Healing, Holidays, Inspiration, My story, Reflection, Relationships, Spirituality, Uncategorized | Tagged blessings, crisis, death, engagements, flexibility, footprints, life, Plan B, Saint Teresa of Avila, Thanksgiving, weddings | 2 Comments

Long Distance Equals Losses

Posted on June 28, 2014 by Greet Grief

Visits home from California and Arizona usually center on crisis – coming home to help with medical needs or attending a funeral. So, when my sisters visit this time, just to spend time with mom while things are stable, it … Continue reading →