It's Spring!

... and flowers are budding and blooming all over our house. If you've read "A Letter From Heaven" you know about Alexandra's rose bush and the first bloom that we found. Well ever since we planted that bush, nearly every thing we plant each year is planted and maintained in honor or memory of a family member or friend. I love this time of year because so many of the plants are blooming for the time time right about now. So in that spirit of rebirth and new growth, I offer to you a part of the prayer of blessing for plants in "We Do Remember You"
"Help us tend this plant with the same love and care with which we hold to our memories...We are thankful for life and for the hope that each new bloom gives to us. Amen."

The power of music

I have used music in caring for patients for many years. The calming effect music can have is palpable. I am very appreciative of the work of people like Tami Briggs and Cass Jendurzski to create musical environments that give support, comfort, and relaxation even in times as stressful as an end of life vigil. But I want to express gratitude for the work of Paul Alexander and griefsong.com for creating music especially for the kinds of rituals of remembrance that I talk about in We Do Remember You. It is amazing music; enriching the spirit.

Art and Grieving

Tonight I have been admiring the framed original drawing of Alexandra's parents and grandparents holding one another after she died which Vaun Healey, a wonderful local artist drew for one of the illustrations in "A Letter From Heaven". We are blessed in Caldwell County with so very many terrific artists. Our walls at home are graced by the talents of Mary Dobbin, Charlie Frye, Shirley Story, Margaret Martine, Lorraine Cloer, Marti Kardol, Cathy Taylor, Cathy McCoy, and Yvonne Wilz. The pottery of Juanita Carlton & Pat Jordan are put to good use in our home and offices. These people have such unique and special gifts. And it is an honor and a privilege to have their creativity and commitment as part of our community. Blessings to them and to all who are touched by their work.

Redesigned website

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Help me with setting up signings & readings

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