Empty Chairs at Holiday Dinners More Prevalent During COVID

Photo credit Aaron Burden Dear Carol: Like many of us, even though my family is scattered around the country and, because of COVID we are limiting contact, I’m only having our immediate family for Christmas dinner. Not hosting the extended family is hard, but what makes it much worse is that Dad, who loved the holidays, died from COVID last July. Yes, we’ll miss the family that would normally have come, but missing Dad nearly paralyzes me. Part of me wants to set a place for him, but that’s morbid. I understand that you can’t make our pain go away, and I know that we aren’t alone with this devastation during what should be a celebration. I’m just wondering if you have any wisdom to share. – LM Continue reading on Inforum for more insight into handling our "empty chairs" - for whatever reason - during this COVID Christmas. Purchase Minding Our Elders: Caregivers Share Their Personal Stories – paperback or ebook  General caregiving or incontinence questions? We’re here to help with ASK CAROL. Egosan wants to help you live your life fully: Try Egosan premium underwear for discrete, dignified protection. For 20% off your first order on Amazon use promo Code: 20CareGivers. ***Egosan’s PEFC certification guarantees that their products are from sustainable, managed forests, recycled and controlled sources                Related StoriesA Good Relationship with Parent Worth More Tha...
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