Greetings from Florida

Ah, the big day is over. Everybody was utterly exhausted this morning. Several had to leave on the ‘oh-dark-hundred’ flight, others hung around until this afternoon, one party didn’t make their Miami flight. There was a Minnesota Vikings game, you see…

It’s not an easy task herding a group this large, in many ways. Logistics, of course, is the number one issue - from cars to hotel rooms to meeting up at what restaurant, at what time. You’ve got kids and grownups going in different directions. Grandkids that want to go have their own fun.

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My family isn't from Mayberry

Every family, I’ve come to find out, has it’s internal dramas and life just isn’t going to be smooth all the time. Today was an excellent example of that, and how it can - sometimes - work itself out.

Let’s just say that I didn’t have the best day at work. I came home feeling dull witted and plain stupid … perhaps like I might be in over my head. Probably not true, but there you are.

My Mother isn’t Aunt Bea

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Good eats translate family and understanding across the globe

I was more than a bit apprehensive about what I was going to feed Mr. Agbenou when he got here from Benin, since Natacha told me that he was equally apprehensive about American food with too many additives and that might not be ‘fresh’. He also prefers fish for breakfast, which is one of my favorite meals and a no-brainer at home, but not commonly available in restaurants.

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A film about growing up

It’s remarkable what children can learn from us.
It’s even more remarkable what we can learn from them. Directed by Geoffrey O’Connor, stars Carlos, Chase, Jenna, Siearra.

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Friday Fish Wrap: November 28, 2008

The Fish Wrap smells pretty sweet this week, with after notes of roast turkey, cinnamon and family gathered around.

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Got more than you can do for the holidays? Eldercare Link may be the answer.

I know you don’t want Mom and Dad left out of the picture, but you’re probably dealing with a bit more than they realize - especially on the holidays. 

ElderCarelink can’t promise you won’t over-bake the pumpkin pie, but at this busy time of year we can help make sure your loved one is getting the care they need — and give you one less thing to worry about.

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