Grieving is a word that unfortunately carries with it a fearful concept of “How can I avoid that?” Admittedly, the promise of having to face a period of mourning and/or grieving do sound somewhat morbid to me. But as I research the experts on death and dying and those…
Grief—remembering--is a trip that many right now are in the process of taking due to Covid-19 Pandemic: loss of loved ones, business closures, lost jobs, loved ones in hospitals, denied visitations, stay at home restrictions, school closings, worship closings, graduations canceled, social distancing, unavailability of supplies etc. Many are…
Comments, calls, notes and emails after last week’s Recalculating blog including from our children, nieces, nephews, grandchildren and siblings inspired this follow-up. My siblings encouraged me to revisit the regenerating character-building that happened so simply when accompanied by calm acceptance without complaint, criticism or apology. Our son, Roger, was…
Most of us have experienced crises with weather, fire, accident, illness, finances, family, deaths, and many more, but the Covid-19 pandemic tops them all involving most of the world financially, physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Businesses shut down, schools and day cares closed, no visitors allowed at Senior living, Rest homes,…
My Tribute to Jim and Granddaughter, Laura’s, Tribute. “Jim’s genuine, warm smile impressed me many years ago when as a group of new students—all strangers and a bit nervous from different states--were meeting for the first time. His inclusive spirit was evident even then as he welcomed…
--March 26, 2020 Ten days of Farewell Reunion with family climaxed as Jim completed the journey through the gates that he said he saw into the arms of Jesus at 6:56 am March 25 to Forever Living. All this all happened in five short weeks. The grandchildren and great…
- March 17, 2020 Our trail has evened out a little and we’ve encountered some wonderful helpers as we’ve struggled down this rugged path. You’ll understand why this week’s blog is later than usual. After observing the Wellspan Rehab doctors, nurses, nurse assistants and Therapists for…
Dear Blog Reader Family: Last week's unfamiliar road to the brain biopsy has taken a sharp turn onto a narrow rocky path called Glioblastoma (fast growing brain cancer). My husband, Jim, has been moved to WellSpan state-of-the-art brain injuries rehab (7 min from home) for 7-14 days or…
