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

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All Stories

He’s better now

He’s better now

My father suffering a brain aneurysm a few years ago and losing all sense of self while he was in intensive care. He’s better now, but not without complications. I love you Dad!

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Looking for ways she could make a difference

Looking for ways she could make a difference

Leslie’s generosity of spirit through her last days … looking for ways she could still make a difference and be remembered. I will always remember her.

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Embrace every moment

Embrace every moment

This is life… This is what it’s all about… You are doing it now… Embrace every moment…

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It is an honour and a privilege

It is an honour and a privilege

I have been asked many times how I could work at Hospice… because everyone dies – no one ever gets better. My answer is: It is an honour and a privilege to care and comfort someone in the last days of their lives. We help them to

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The power of your presence

The power of your presence

The power of your presence and cannot fathom your absence.

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Her death changed the way I look at living and dying

Her death changed the way I look at living and dying

My wife’s death was the single most defining moment in my life. I was with her in the hospital at the moment she passed away and this changed how I look at living, and dying. In a society that keeps on putting off the discussion till it’s

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Today is my brother’s birthday

Today is my brother’s birthday

April 15/2016 Today is my brother’s birthday! I was not with him when he died of a heart attack 11 years ago! He is always watching me to ensure I am safe and well. He laughs at me when my children are giving me a hard time.

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I held that mother in my arms

I held that mother in my arms

I remember taking a moment to offer a hug and tear for a grieving parent who’s child just died moments ago. I held that mother in my arms and felt every part of my heart extend to her for a moment, it was a real physical feelings.

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A client just wanting to see his garden

A client just wanting to see his garden

How important little things are at the end of life. A client bedridden for a long period of time at a young age, just wanting to see his garden. When we made arrangements to move him outdoors for only 10 minutes, it was such a moving experience.

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Taken far too young

Taken far too young

The last thing you said to me, Mom, was “I love you” as you reached out and squeezed my hand. I had no idea how close you were to your final breath, but I now realize that you knew it was your time to go. Taken far

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