Khia Stone

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Respite Care

I slept late today. For those of you who know my current season, that’s big. Makayla took a pre-morning nap and my mom didn’t knock on the door. I’ve learned in this caregiving journey to take moments when you can. If your loved one sleeps late, you sleep late. If they go to bed early, let them sleep. If it’s a chill day, keep it chill. Respite care come in many forms. It’s not always separation. Sometimes, its just a moment. It’s a song. It’s a smile. It’s a dance. It’s a deep breath. It’s a long bath or a shower. When you have to be “on" 95% of the time, enjoy the moments you don’t.