Standing Firm

"All through life, be sure to put your feet in the right place, and then stand firm." Abraham Lincoln

I am reading a book I bought Dwane for Christmas.  He liked it so much that he suggested I would like it too -- it is wonderful that he can still read and enjoy his history books.  Rise to Greatness by David Von Drehle, is a story of one year in Lincoln's presidency:  1862.  The book depicts Lincoln rising to the challenges America faced in that period.  America was caught in divisiveness over the rebellion of the South and the issue of slavery.  The book captures the ability Lincoln had to educate himself, not hold grudges, and use considerable wisdom in forming political footholds. 

As caregivers, we, too, probably deal with divisiveness.  Perhaps from family members, likely from the care receiver:  People who question the decisions and actions we, as caregivers, implement.  Lincoln's advice seems relevant to us who are caregivers.  It is prudent to make our decisions with care, with concern for all involved, and then to stand firm in those decisions.  One way to stand firm is to seek counsel from professionals and caring persons who can help us make the best decisions in the first place.  Then, it is easier to stand firm:  knowing we made the best decision possible given the circumstances and our options.