Giving Oneself

"It is when you give of yourself that you truly give." Kahlil Gibran

Well, then, by that definition caregivers most certainly give.  Time, money, attention, love, positive regard.  Today while visiting, I read him the newspaper and trimmed his nails.  There is nail care available at the facility, but it was a way to spend time together, and I try to keep his fingernails very short so that he does not inadvertently scratch his legs -- causing another infection.  We shared a homemade ginger snap cookie that I took him and some conversation.  I wish it were not an hour drive for me, but that is the way it is.  Caregivers give of themselves.  Please acknowledge that about yourself.