My grandson’s new wife, only 24, who has a very rare blood type received an urgent request. She donates blood regularly for herself and others with her rare type and always knows where her supply is kept. The request: have you ever thought of stem cell donation,
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12:30 am I stood in the bedroom of a sixty-four year old woman actively dying. Her 24 year old nephew and main caregiver by her side. Room was tiny and hot. A single bare lightbulb hung over the bed. A new family came and went by 2am.
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My Regret – That I was present as a Healthcare provider (RN) (liaison for the family) rather than as a daughter at my father’s bedside when he was dying. I also regret not informing him that he was dying – missed opportunity to allow each other to
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I remember everyone wondering how I coped so well after my father passed away two years ago, Some people openly commented about how strong I was, others just gave me fleeting looks of empathy and concern during a pause in our conversations. My apparent resilience made me
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Fifteen years has passed since you left us, too young, too soon. You were only three months old. Every time I meet a beautiful 15 year old teen, I imagine what you could look like, how you would have been a great sister to your three brothers.
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Recently a 6 year old girl died in our community…although she came to our care for 2 weeks only the bonding, planning and support that embraced this troubled, sad family brought out special reflections of love and compassion. Blessing all.
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The first time I saw my husband’s scar the length of his chest, he told me it was from a biking accident. I had no reason to believe otherwise, so I didn’t ask many questions. About a month later, when I saw his medic alert necklace and asked
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Tony and his family – a vibrant 19 year old who loved his dog and his new car – who truly taught me how to “care’! He left an imprint on my life forever!
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