In 1977, at the age of 36, Jeffrey Cohen, a physicist at the University of Pennsylvania, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. But it wasn't until 10 years later that the "dirty details" began, when the disease had progressed to the point where he could not transfer himself out of his wheelchair. That point is where his wife Marion begins her memoir of caregiving: "If I had to explain it in three words, those words would be 'nights, ' 'lifting, ' and 'toilet.' And then, if I were permitted to elaborate further, I would continue, 'nights' does not mean lying awake in fear listening for...
In 1977, at the age of 36, Jeffrey Cohen, a physicist at the University of Pennsylvania, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. But it wasn't unti...
In 1977, at the age of 36, Jeffrey Cohen, a physicist at the University of Pennsylvania, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. But it wasn't until 10 years later when the disease had progressed to the point where he could not transfer himself out of his wheelchair. This book chronicles the author's lives in the context of her husband's disease.
In 1977, at the age of 36, Jeffrey Cohen, a physicist at the University of Pennsylvania, was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. But it wasn't until 10...
Marion Cohen is equally mathematician and poet. Using mathematical metaphor, she touches deeply into issues of life and heart. In each poem she crosses the equal sign on many levels, beginning with visible points, lines, numbers. crossing over to life's invisible-yet-tangible delights and frustrations. and crossing back again with insights gleaned from these reflections. (Barbara E. Reynolds, SDS, Mathematics and Computer Science, Cardinal Stritch University) Marion is one of the few poets who can successfully explore the join between the literary and the mathematical sensibilities,...
Marion Cohen is equally mathematician and poet. Using mathematical metaphor, she touches deeply into issues of life and heart. In each poem she crosse...
The loss of a baby is perhaps the most tragic thing that can happen to a person; for some only the unique qualities of poetry can fully capture the expressions of grief. These poignant and sensitive poems, all by bereaved mothers and fathers, give consoling affirmations for anyone who has suffered a pregnancy loss or disappointment. Marion Cohen is a poet, writer, mathemetician, teacher, wife, and mother. She has had several books published and is a consulting editor for Mothering.
The loss of a baby is perhaps the most tragic thing that can happen to a person; for some only the unique qualities of poetry can fully capture the...
What is it like to be the well spouse of a man with multiple sclerosis, to care for someone who will not get better and whose chronic illness will progress into dementia? ... Much of this work feels like it was written in the hard blue light of 3 AM, letting us read the emotional weather of the journey, the way that only poetry can do. Barbara Crooker, author of Radiance, winner of the Word Press First Book Award, and Line Dance Marion Cohen has never shied from honest talk.... For the long-term caregiving experience profoundly felt and rigorously observed, read Cohen. Maggie...
What is it like to be the well spouse of a man with multiple sclerosis, to care for someone who will not get better and whose chronic illness will pro...
