the big launch
(elton musk would be jealous)
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i recently had the pleasure
of attending my dear friend’s
book launch tea party.
i’ve known her as a caregiver from way back
when i taught her 3 children
and met a kindred spirit.
just some of those she’s cared for:
a menagerie of rescued pets
a kind and funny husband
three beautiful children
who became her family
when she traveled to korea
to find them
and bring them home
a feisty (highly spirited?) irish mother
all under her roof at one time
all the recipients of her loving care
even in the most challenging situations.
especially then.
all while working full time outside of her home
as an event planner, caterer, actress, and professional speaker
and she has written a book
about how to care for yourself and others
while finding your balance in that equation.
it’s a beauty of a book
full of reminders, tips, and love.
i’d recommend it for anyone
who has cared for someone, or has been cared for by someone.
ever the welcoming hostess
we shared lovely tea
and conversation
among many who care
about this amazing woman.
“there are only four kinds of people in the world.
those who have been caregivers.
those who are currently caregivers.
those who will be caregivers,
and those who will need a caregiver.”
― rosalyn carter
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“allow yourself a few minutes to relax with your copy of this book and pour yourself a cuppa so you can Take a Break – Before You Break.”
–Breeda Miller
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now available on amazon or BreedaMiller.com
I didn't have my glasses on.... 
Congratulations to your friend. And thanks to her for all she has done, and now shares with others.
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yes, to all of that, colleen, and a wonderful wish from you, another powerful writer –
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You are so kind 🙂
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Congratulations to your friend!
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yes )
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Way to go, Breeda! Thanks for this salute, Beth.
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thanks, mark. the pleasure was mine –
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She is clearly a treasure and I’m sure the book is too. Always inspiring to hear of lives lived like this 🙂
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right on all counts, peter –
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Lovely report of your friend’s book launch. Congratulations 🎉👏
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thank you –
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How lovely! and that Rosalyn Carter quote is so true! I work in home health and hospice and totally get it!
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ah, here’s to you and your good work. no wonder you get it –
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May Breeda continue to touch an ever-growing number people with her kindness, generosity, and wisdom.
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here’s to that, russ –
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She sounds lovely Beth. So happy for her. May her spirit and strength continue to bless those in need.
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yes, yes –
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How wonderful is that! Congrats to your friend, Beth!
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thank you on her behalf )
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💖💖
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Lovely tribute to your friend. Congratulations to her for all she’s done AND writing a book.
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yes, for all of that )
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Best wishes to your friend and you are a beautiful friend 🙂
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thanks from both of us )
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I’m happy for your friend but if I believed the last part, I’d kill myself. Too terrible to contemplate. If those are the only kinds of people, I’m outta here. So depressing.
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i think we all need people to care for us, in many ways, throughout our lives, and i’m quite sure that you have cared for people in your life. it doesn’t mean being dependent, just that we all need or give care to others at times. )
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Congrats to your friend, and what a lovely occasion, too. I have a friend whose husband has dementia, so this may be a good read for her. She definitely needs a break, but never takes one…
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it’s very hard for the carer at times to take the time to care for themselves. it’s such an important thing to do, though.
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Thanks to you, I looked up BreedaMiller.com – Wow! What a woman. Please say she has incredible support from her spouse. She has taken on a lot. Or looking at things from another direction, if a person gets old enough, they can have an amazing variety of accomplishments on their resume. Though I do give Breeda a lot of credit – do not think I don’t.
How about this view: amazing people have amazing friends (i.e. you!).
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yes, her husband is very supportive, and thanks on behalf of both of us )
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Yay, Breeda!
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yes, yay!
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