And that could be a home-based business -- offering services or being a clearinghouse for services.

I have been in caregiver mode for the past two days. I had to take my mother to the ER again. She has pneumonia and a low sodium level, both common in elderly people. I stayed with her from 11:00 pm on Sunday night until 9:30 tonight (Monday). A friend finally persuaded me to leave by telling me if I got sick or worn out, I couldn't care for her. I hated to leave her but she's right.

As caregivers, our friends are great support for us.

So here I sit . . . overwhelmed and over-tired as I'm sure so many in my situation often find themselves, exhausted and running the gamut of emotions.

I'm heading back early tomorrow and I hope I can take her home. Until later . . .