Creating space to pause, reflect and share experiences with dying and death

Gratitude

Gratitude

It is a blessing that can be easily overlooked

It is a blessing that can be easily overlooked

I am grateful to be an able-bodied person who can contribute to the care of others. It is a blessing that can be easily overlooked.      

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The phrase is simple

The phrase is simple

The phrase is simple and the words are few, but behind them is a whole lot of appreciation. The Gedeon family (Margaret Gedeon)  

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It has been quite a journey for sure!

It has been quite a journey for sure!

It has been quite a journey for sure!!! Some would say a roller coaster ride. No regrets!!! Would do it again. Thank you all for the years we spend working TOGETHER!!!

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Seeing people loose their loved ones puts life into perspective

Seeing people loose their loved ones puts life into perspective

Even though it may seem like we lost out on so many experiences I am greatful for the unique time I have spent with my family! I love and appreciate them even more through this experience. Seeing people loose their loved ones puts life into perspective. <3

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Healing and gratitude through writing

Healing and gratitude through writing

Today, 6 weeks after my mom’s death, I wrote a tribute to her for the National Catholic Reporter; one of the editors had invited readers to share about loved ones who have died of COVID 19. In writing this short piece, I felt again the loss and

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I give thanks for the fond memories

I give thanks for the fond memories

I have been a psw with ____________ for 14 years now and I was proud when my dad asked me to be his power of attorney for health before we realized he started struggling with dementia. I had lost my mom Sept. 25, 2009 so I still

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I am forever grateful

I am forever grateful

Mom, I miss you, love you, and am so glad I can take part of you with me wherever life takes me. You made me the person I am today and for this I am forever grateful. XOX

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Being open to the Divine Source

Being open to the Divine Source

Two men who inspire me among many others in my hospice work – thank you to Henri and Geo. You both continue to guide me form the other side! Little did I know when Henri’s writings inspired me to study palliative care that I would help to

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The legacy lives on

The legacy lives on

…thinking of my parents so recently gone, having lived their lives in love. The legacy lives on – in me… a history of tragic loss, healing in palliative care… amazing lives live on in your children, grand-children & beyond. Thank you

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You have made me smile

You have made me smile

To the many that I have cared for in their final days: Thank you – you have taught me something, you have made me smile, you have left a mark in my heart & on my soul. God bless you all & your families. Thank you for

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