I think we all want to feel like we belong.

And that can mean we don't like to feel different, either from our family members, our neighbors, our co-workers, our friends.

A life of caregiving can be a life that's different than others live. It's hard to be spontaneous. It's also hard to make plans. Others keep their smart phone handy to take selfies; you keep yours close so you can immediately answer the crisis call.

I wonder: What's the toughest difference you live with? When do you feel different from others in your life? When do you dread the difference? When do you feel grateful for the difference?

In our comments section, below, tell us about the difference caregiving adds to your life.