I'm in the West, away from my usual Washington, DC location, visiting my aging parents. I came because there were issues with their health that I wanted to give personal focus to. I came for three weeks and with only a carry-on.
That means an unfamiliar bed (sleeping arrangements have changed in the years since I left home), a different time zone, and unusually longer hours as I take care of various issues and concerns. I've not slept much in the past several weeks, in spite of a deep satisfaction with my parents home and life.
It's wonderful being here. But I work and enjoy my parents all day, then try to catch up on some professional issues online at night.
The changes in my resting place, longer hours and exposure to electronic lights are taking their toll. I'll go home at the end of the week a happier, but tired daughter.
To start to restore my sleep, I'll start my familiar bed and known surroundings. I'll miss my parents, but I am hoping I'll also sleep better knowing the way we've worked together to better their situation.
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