Deborah Lunde


Latest Articles:

Caring for an aging parent

In the last few years, the term “sandwich generation” has come into use in the English language. The term refers to the growing number of people taking care of their children and aging parents at the same time. At this time in history around 20 million baby boomers (persons born between 1946 and 1964) find themselves “sandwiched” between caring for... READ MORE >

Finding a new home for Haidee

Last week I began my column with these words: “Life is full of changes, some of which affect us more profoundly than others. Whether they are anticipated or unexpected, changes often push us to grow and stretch, while also bringing new responsibilities and opportunities. I have found this to be true as I’ve dealt with the unexpected death of my... READ MORE >

Reflections on loss and change

Life is full of changes, some of which affect us more profoundly than others. Whether they are anticipated or unexpected, changes often push us to grow and stretch, while also bringing new responsibilities and opportunities. I have found this to be true as I’ve dealt with the unexpected death of my mother. She died in late June, two days after... READ MORE >

Lessons from the River

News of another drowning in the Temperance River is bound to get one’s attention… On the 4th of July, while enjoying the annual holiday festivities in Tofte, we heard the sirens and saw the rescue vehicles. It wasn’t long before confirmation came: yes, a man had drowned while swimming in the Temperance. It’s a little unnerving… I myself had been... READ MORE >