The Mother You Know. The Woman You Don't.

Shayne: The Aggressively Helpful Friend


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Dorcas, Lydia and Sylvia sit down with Lydia’s best friend, Shane to delve into her life as a woman, mother, and caregiver. Shane opens up about her upbringing, sharing cherished memories from her childhood, including times spent in her mother's beauty shop and with her grandfather during large family gatherings.

The conversation transitions into Shane's career as a paralegal and her journey as a young mother. She candidly discusses the challenges she faced in her first marriage. Shane also reflects on her evolving relationship with her parents and how it has shaped her own parenting style.

Shane discusses her love story with her current husband, the early struggles they faced, and the essential role of communication and forgiveness in their strong bond. Shane shares her experiences balancing support for her son while encouraging his independence.

As a caregiver, Shane talks about the transition of being the child to now the caregiver for her parents.. Despite these challenges, she finds solace in creative pursuits and connecting with others in similar situations. Shane expresses her longing to travel and explore her identity beyond her caregiving role.

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The Mother You Know. The Woman You Don't.By Lydia Prazak, Dorcas O'Quinn, Sylvia Serenil