Tag Archives: New Years

A New You for the New Year!

Posted on January 10, 2018 by Sue Salach

“If you want something you’ve never had, you must be willing to do something you’ve never done.” ― Thomas Jefferson As a new year rolls in many will set “resolutions” for the upcoming year.  Some will involve weight loss; career … Continue reading →

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Boundary Tip #6 – Take Care of Yourself First

Posted on December 3, 2014 by Sue Salach

This holiday season try to find ways to take care of yourself FIRST.  By doing this you not only enjoy the season but you also teach others around you how to have a more meaning in their season.  By modeling boundaries … Continue reading →

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Caregiver Down

Posted on January 7, 2014 by Sue Salach

I have to admit that the start of this year has been less than happy.  After a wonderful New Year’s Eve with my husband I woke up January 1st to severe back pain and migraine which then morphed into flu-like combination … Continue reading →

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2013 – Don’t Let the Door Hit You…

Posted on December 30, 2013 by Sue Salach

2013 has turned out to be another year full of trials, tribulations and tragedy for me as a family caregiver. The year started out with my Aunt’s diagnosis of bladder cancer which lead over the course of this year to … Continue reading →

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Perspective from the Rearview Mirror

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Sue Salach

It’s hard to believe that it’s January.  It feels like time speeds up as each year passes.  2011 was a year filled with so many trials and tragedy that, at times, I just wanted to curl up in the fetal position … Continue reading →

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Boundaries Make for Better Holidays

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Sue Salach

A certain sense of urgency is present as the holiday season arrives.  Connecting with family and friends, along with work and school commitments can quickly spiral us into a season of chaos.  We don’t start the season intending to over-schedule … Continue reading →

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