Comfort Foods

My mom has been feeling stressed and she turns to foods for comfort. Every so often she jumps out of her chair, hops downstairs looking for a bite. She tries to pick healthy choices, such as fresh fruits. She generally doesn't go for sweets. However, she has a pitfall - nuts.

In the afternoon, she heads outside to remove the packed ice on the parking lot as a strategy to suppress her urge for comfort foods. This also gives her an hour or two of needed exercise. The activity gives her the added bonus of stress relief.

When I come home from my volunteer job and see my mom attacking the ice with vengeance, I offer my help. My contribution doesn't lie in how much I do. To be honest with you, I really don't know how to do the job. I have a support worker who is willing to take the time to teach me. With his help, we have cleared a section of the parking lot for safe passenger loading.