When our fence fell down in the spring snowstorm, when our elderly cat fell ill, when a global pandemic struck, when racial tensions overtook our society, there have been many things to worry about recently that have nothing to do with my husband’s diagnosis. And it serves to remind me that life goes on regardless and we need to make the best of it all.

I know that it may seem unfeeling, but having other issues to think about can sometimes give me a reprieve from the daily challenges of being a CarePartner. Looking at what is happening in the world reminds me that we are part of a larger picture and that our personal challenges are small compared to what our society may face. The national and global news can be sobering, yet at the same time, I am reminded that my husband and I have each other. We are strong and together we can face whatever life might throw at us. That includes PD.