Life Review

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STITCHED TOGETHER BY MEMORIES:

Mother’s quilt provides a warmth
Beyond its fiber down.
Each night I’m wrapped in love,
Our family history, and my wedding gown.

Mother cut with care her patterns
Each scrap to trim and save-
Just as she did with the numerous fabric remnants
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Have you answered the question yet? It’s really another way of asking the age-old questions – Who am I? Why am I here? and What’s the Meaning of my life? No small task. But one that is vital if you wish to have a successful midlife transition and a healthy aging process.… Read the rest

I just finished four days of training with Tidewell here in Sarasota as a Hospice volunteer. What awesome work they do and I’m delighted to be taking part in it even for a small bit.

I couldn’t help reflecting during all the training on how important it is to be able to look at end of life issues long before they are immanent.  … Read the rest

I’ve been talking lately about Life Review. I’ve been obsessed with the idea ever since I heard Jane Fonda on Oprah and read her new book, Prime Time. I’ve been reminded of how often when I did reflect on my past in a positive way, I found new energy for the present.… Read the rest