Articles by Amy Shankland

Sandwiched If you’re in the sandwich generation like me, there’s a strong chance you’re a woman either approaching menopause or in the midst of it. As I’ve mentioned in this…

Sandwiched My family and I have been pretty fortunate during the COVID-19 pandemic. I’ve worked from home for over three years. In fact, my business has recently increased. My husband’s…

Sandwiched Okay, y’all, I think it’s time for some humor. Not that I think we’ve got all of the world’s problems solved (COVID-19, racism, murder hornets, etc.). But once in…

Sandwiched Empathy: the ability to understand and share the feelings of another (Oxford Dictionary). I have to admit, folks, with everything happening in the world, I almost wanted to skip…

Sandwiched I’ve been sympathetic towards the millions of parents who have recently (and unexpectedly) had to work from home with small children. I remember those days all too well and…

Sandwiched As promised, I’m going to tackle another subject that many perimenopausal women are facing as they navigate the sandwich generation – weight gain. Many people who aren’t in this…

Sandwiched Thousands of men and women in Central Indiana will be flocking to their barbershops and salons for some much-needed “corona hair” relief next week. Many women will get back…

Sandwiched My mom’s facility did something wonderful – they helped set up a Zoom call so Mom’s family could visit and see her. When my brother told me about this…