Crossroads Guardianship

Joy

Do you see it?
Or, feel it?
Maybe, a little of both.

Love bubbles up inside,
So much love,
The champagne of it overflows.

Adding to this,
Rich tapestry of family,
A granddaughter is born.

1-Cup Communication Skills|
1-Cup Bookkeeping Knowhow
2 Cups Patience
½ Cup Attention to Detail
½ Cup Sense of Humor
2 Tablespoons Tears

Season with equal parts:  Experience, Social Work, Banking, and Law.
Let mellow several years to allow ingredients to blend.
Frost liberally with Ethics.
Serve with a generous dollop of diplomacy laced with determination and a dash of grit.(suggested by Joanne Tuttle, Tampa, Florida)
Use as needed to improve the life of an incapacitated person.
Adjust ingredient proportions as new situations arise.

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I started thinking about the qualities of a good guardian when I was asked to take part in a new university course on guardianship.  I’m sure there are many more ingredients of an exemplary guardian and I’d like to hear from you with your suggestions.

So, I ask…what else should we look for in a  “good” guardian and can we teach it?

 Let me know what you think at lexie@lexielamborn.com and I’ll expand the “recipe.”

© Lexie Lamborn 6/13/2011