Tending the Flame: A Fireside Novel for Caregivers

Tending the Flame: A Fireside Novel for Caregivers

On nights when caregiving feels heavy and nerves run thin, there's a quiet cabin in the woods where the fire is always lit. Tending the Flame offers a gathering place for those caring for children with autism or other disabilities. Stories are shared, tea is poured, and no one is expected to have the right words. The one tending the fire senses when to speak-and when simply to pour another mug. Some nights take an unexpected turn as the quietest presence in the room helps the conversation shift in ways no one quite expects. Written for caregivers navigating complex needs, this novel honors the strength it takes to keep tending-to your children, to yourself, and to the life you didn't plan but still choose every day. Come in from the cold. You've been carrying enough. Preston Shyla is a long-time caregiver and companion to families navigating autism and complex disabilities with a focus on resilience, rest, and the sacredness of ordinary care.