Standing on One Leg
The quiet shifts that reshape a caregiver's world—living at different speeds, redrawing boundaries, and learning to look out for yourself when no one else can.
Opening Reflections
We held our first bi-monthly meeting of OU2 a week ago, and it was wonderful to see so many familiar faces on screen. Shifting to a twice-monthly schedule already seems to have brought new energy and deeper conversation, proof that connection—even through a screen—continues to ground and sustain us.
Topics Discussed
When No One's Looking Out for You
The quiet realization that no one is tending to you anymore—and why that loss is an invitation to widen your circle of care.
3 min readLiving at Different Speeds
Caregiving can feel like living in two tempos—the caregiver craving engagement while the care recipient's world grows smaller.
1 min readShifting Sands and Boundaries
Drawing lines in the sand—those mental boundaries caregivers set—yet in caregiving, the sand is never still. It's okay for boundaries to bend.
1 min readGratitude for Our Companions
The quiet companionship of pets—their unconditional presence and ability to bring calm in chaos—reminds us that love and comfort often arrive without words.
1 min readIn Closing
As we settle into this new rhythm of meeting twice a month, Meg and I are so grateful for your continued participation, honesty, and vulnerability. Every conversation is a reminder that none of us are walking this road alone.
With care, Meg & Candice