It's a Season and Seasons End

April 2026

Whether you have been a caregiver with years of experience or you’re overwhelmed in your new role as a caregiver, you’re here on purpose. It’s not an accident that we found each other.

Caregivers are big givers. We give of ourselves physically, mentally, and emotionally. Our bodies lift and heft when our LO (loved one) or patient has needs. If we give care in the same home, our minds never turn off. Even while sleeping, our minds are on point, just as a parent with a newborn. I’m of the opinion that, because we are givers, investing ourselves takes a toll on our emotions, most notably when family dynamics add to the stress, such as when I was the 24/7 caregiver for my momma in our home.

My brother had already died years ago. Momma’s caregiving was on me. Some days were an expected replay from the day before, but others were full of new frustration as the disease progressed. One of those days when she was especially difficult, and I was especially tired, my husband looked into my eyes and lovingly said, “It's a season and seasons end." That little encouragement offered a lifeline of oxygen into my ongoing season of caregiving and one we'd use each time we hit our proverbial wall​.

My season did eventually come to an end. And, yours will too.

Until then, I hope my note of encouragement each month in your inbox serves as oxygen in the moment or perhaps a minute-respite in your day. Promise me that you’ll read it even on the days you feel like quitting. Read it again and remember that someone is praying for you. For today, go ahead and roll your shoulders up, back, and over into your back pockets, then take a deep breath and exhale slowly. Do that 9 times for a change of attitude. It’s a sciencey biological gift of your design! You will get through this season.

Father, You see my friend who is in their season of caregiving. I pray they experience peace as they do this work, this holy work. Give them the strength and wisdom they need for today as they give of themselves. In Your name, Amen.

Not all of our caregiving seasons look the same. While mine was with my own momma, who had 3 forms of dementia and was living in our home, yours may be with another loved one (LO) or a patient not even related to you who has a different need for care. In time, you and I will get to know each other’s stories.

I'd love to know your story, especially if you are still in your caregiving season. Please send a few paragraphs to my email at Contact@SamaleeAllen.com