I have never grieved the death of my best friends; the Reflection Room makes/moves me into solitude – being one with the Lord. In a short moment, I want to say thank you to my friends Noel who died of lung cancer at 33 and Sr. Ruth
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I was young and scared, you were older and dying. Far from home and your family, and with no resources. I did my job and no more and in your last days I was not there. You will always be with me. I am so sorry.
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When I was ten years old my father died and it was decided my sister & I would not attend his funeral. I have no memories of visiting in hospital as he slipped away from cancer. I remember coughing and hair loss… only aware he had a
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I wish I knew then what I know now. That way, when you were dying, and told me you were scared to tell people you were “giving up” I would have known what to say. I would have told you it wasn’t “giving up” it was “letting
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I always remember you asking me if I would be a nurse just like you were, and I would say no. I never realized I would end up working in Long Term Care. I might not be in the nursing field but I think you had a
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Are very easy to talk to someone about it. Therefore, I will continue to practice it in silence. Thank you.
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When my mother was dying everyone was so somber around us. It made me crazy. There was so little time left for us together why couldn’t we enjoy it? Why was everyone expecting me to be serious every minute of every day. When my time comes I
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To my friend Wheslay, Thank you for letting me visit you at Hospice Care. You were always happy, joyful and wise for a young man! I’m happy for you that your last few months in this world were fun, and full of life-enriching experiences. (at Chinook Hospice)
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To a sister, You shared your fears You opened your heart You showed great sadness You trusted me with your heart I continue to be grateful for your love, I miss you always & carry you in my heart each moment.
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To my big brother, I miss you! You left us w/ more questions than answers. I truly hope you have found the peace you were looking for.Thank you for the gift of your beautiful daughters. See you when I get home. Your little sister
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