In nursing you constantly see people in crisis and I have invariably found that it is the women of the family that take the lead where the delivery of strength and support is concerned.Northern Britain has a historical and traditional stereotype of the powerhouse matriarch being vital for the family's survival and already this week I have seen examples of this time and time again.
Two neighbours have been dealing with chronic and debilitating family illnesses with some ingenuity and without complaint, and one in particular constantly manages to support not only a sick partner but every community event and village event without fail. The strength of these people under duress can be surprising to say the least.
I met my sister in law this afternoon for coffee, and again the traditional "Northern strength" of wife and mother was more than evident during our conversation.
People , I have found often underestimate their own ability to cope and their talents to forge ahead with problems..........my neighbours and especially my sister in law take note,,, you are doing a cracking job x,
and so are you . . . lovely tribute John, peace
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...I was think more of Elsie tanner,Galdys Aylward and Blanche from Tenko!
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