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Life Without Silver Linings

Abby Maslin, Feb 2018: Life without Silver Linings

When my husband suffered a catastrophic brain injury at age 29, I rarely appreciated being told that God had a plan for us. I certainly didn’t want to be coached to keep my eye on the prize or to search for those silver linings. I wanted to cry out in pain and to sit in it for a moment. I simply wanted it to be what it was: hard. And I wanted that to be OK with everyone else too.

Surrender

Caregiving After Brain Injury: Surrender

To be a caregiver at home for someone who is severely injured is to surrender. You surrender your time, put your ambitions on hold, and surrender many of the simple pleasures. You also surrender your peace of mind, your good night’s sleep, and routine. But there are ways to make life a little easier and more enjoyable...

Making Tough Decisions Easier

Making Tough Decisions Easier

My son’s brain injury has taught me over and over again that I often have little control over life’s circumstances. But that does not mean I throw caution to the wind. Here are a few things we've learned regarding legalities and Taylor's ongoing care and future.

Taking it all in Stride

David Grant: Taking it all in Stride

Sometimes unexpected and unrelated medical conditions can exacerbate my traumatic brain injury symptoms. I have known this for years, but have just learned a new lesson about how true this can be.

Open up! Share! It’s Time!

David Figurski & Donna O’Donnell Figurski

The path of brain injury is a lonely one, not only for the survivor but also for the caregiver. Often family and friends, who gratefully were available during the initial event, return to their lives. It’s expected. return to their lives. It’s expected. But, their absence and support often leave the survivor and the caregiver with feelings of loneliness and abandonment.