TOPICS OF NOTE:

What being the subject of a Pulitzer Prize nominated story was like for Chris and his partner, Richard
The power of storytelling for family caregivers
Acknowledging the generation the caree is from
Retrospective reflections on what he'd do differently
What your caree knows and wants from you
The two common aspects of caregiving we aren't prepared for
Moving past regrets to see the joy of caring
What love can do for another's health
The four things that contributed to Chris' new healthy lifestyle
What mindset and a visit to a psychic have in common
How Chris in now sharing stories on a much larger scale
The feeling of not being needed after loss
Why grief isn't over in a year
Ways of cataloging your experience with your loved one
His advice to others preparing to live after loss
Why even a year ago he could never have had this conversation

Stay tuned for AFTER THOUGHTS when Colleen shares something that Chris spoke of and why having the conversation about care planning is one of the most loving discussions a couple can share.