K.E.,

I've an elderly parent I'm caring for presently (no troubles,She's a sweetheart)

One of Mom's childhood friends almost got divorced 15 years ago by her husband
of 40 years.The friend had the initial stages of some sort of terribly debilitating
mental and physical progressive illness (Parkinson's,Alzhimer's) and the husband
just thought that his wife was turning into a *****.After clinical testing and
counseling of both parties , He stood by her until her demise 2 years ago.He
passed away last year.

When we promise to honor,support and love someone "till death do us part"
the actual fulfillment of those vows may include the assistance of extended family.

'Having a large family of brother's and sister's who can act as a support group
can make this a less burdensome task.

I remember my mother changing diapers on seven of her nine children and
helping out as needed.

I will add you and yours to my prayer list.