Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36 Page 37 Page 38 Page 39 Page 40 Page 41 Page 42 Page 43 Page 44 Page 45 Page 46 Page 47 Page 48 Page 49 Page 50 Page 51 Page 52 Page 53 Page 54 Page 55 Page 56 Page 57 Page 58 Page 59 Page 60 Page 61 Page 62 Page 63 Page 64 Page 65 Page 66 Page 67 Page 6841 msfocusmagazine.org A motorcycle for a van Marcia Muterspaugh - Redding, Calif. “My husband, Tim, puts my needs above his own interests. He sold his motorcycle so we could buy a van with a ramp and hand controls. The converted van has allowed me to drive myself to a health club where I exercise and swim laps several times a week. Instead of going on motorcycle trips by himself, we have traveled together to some amazing national parks in our van. I am so thankful for his wise investment that enables me to keep my independence and allows us to enjoy the beauty of the parks together. This is just one example of what my husband has done for me. We have been married 42 years, and Tim has given me so much love and support through manyups and downs. Mybody is healthy and strong, thanks to God and my husband. I am grateful for his faithful love to me.” Always there Sandra Royall - Fort Worth, Texas “My mother, Ernestine, is the most amazing, caring, understanding, wonderful, and passionate caregiver in the world. She is 81 years old, but I can call her anytime — day or night — she will be there for me. My husband works during the day, so my mother helps me while my husband works. She helps with shopping, cleaning, and exercising. Seeing how she takes care of me helps me to keep going, even though some- times I don’t feel like doing anything. When I need help, she never complains or says no. She is an awesome caregiver.” Shared struggles Mitzi Wilcox - Concord, N.C. “My caregiver is Jake Wilcox, my adult son with Down Syndrome, who is well acquainted with struggles of his own. On days when billows of fatigue and sadness roll in, he is there – holding my hand and riding in life’s boat alongside. He may not possess the ability to pull me from my circum- stances, but an innate sense of compassion compels him to remain with me. What a priceless gift – a caregiver asking nothing in return. Jake sees his reward in the return of a smile to my face. Our faces are mirrors that reflect love to one another, each drawing out joy from the peaceful countenance of the other. What a blessing!”