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It’s Boxing Day! + 22 Social Media Accounts that Support Caregivers
Boxing Day is a time for family and friends to gather, often for a meal, using up leftovers from Christmas Day feasts. It's a public holiday in many countries, including the UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, giving people a chance to relax and enjoy the festive season. This special day brings extra importance to my family, as this was the day my parents met, over 53 years ago and this is also the first Boxing Day without my Dad.
4 Ways I’m Tapping into the Healing Power of Awe This Holiday Season
Integrating awe into your daily life is a positive, transformative practice that can help you to recalibrate how you approach caregiving.
7 Easy and Nutritious Holiday Recipes Plus 3 of My Favorite Mealtime Tools
When caring for someone who has difficulty eating, it's important to focus on nutrient-rich foods that are easy to chew and swallow.
Our First Holiday Season Without Dad: A Journey of Grief and Remembrance
As the holiday lights twinkle and festive songs fill the air, there's an unspoken emptiness in our home this year. It's our first holiday season without my dad, who passed away last year, just before the new year.