Time, the Unknown and the Weight of Hindsight
There are no knowns in caregiving—we can feel steady one moment and be blindsided the next.
We spoke about the ache of not knowing how much time we have with our loved ones, and how fragile even a moment of peace can be. There are no knowns in caregiving—we can feel steady one moment and be blindsided the next. When time is undefined, every moment becomes both precious and complicated. The idea that this could be the last can feel like a heavy lens to carry, especially when medical professionals are unable or unwilling to offer clear timelines.