Part 1-Lessons learned from caregiver journey
“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.” — Ecclesiastes 3:1 NIV My journey as a caregiver came to a close on April 14, 2025, when my mother passed away after a four-year battle with breast cancer. I miss her every day; countless reminders of her surround me, and I am eternally grateful that God entrusted me with the role of caregiver. Currently, I am in a season of grief, navigating the new reality of my life without her. The loss of my mom has created a significant void in my heart. However, through my faith, I am reassured that God is a healer. Engaging in grief counseling has proven invaluable during this challenging time. As I reflect on my caregiver experience, I often ponder: What Did Caregiving Teach Me? Being a caregiver imparted numerous lessons on me. Here are three key takeaways: Caregiving is a calling, not my identity. In life, we are called to fulfill many roles, but we must be cautious not to define ourselves solely by those r...