“I am committing suicide by cigarette,” I replied. She thought that was reasonably funny. I didn’t. I thought it was hideous that I should scorn life that much, sucking away on cancer sticks.” ― Kurt Vonnegut My husband and I pulled into the cemetery, hoping the thick gray clouds would hold off the rain awhile longer. My brother and sister-in-law… Read More
How Do You Feel About Ending Life In A Nursing Home?
“The TV shouted an old black-and-white film he didn’t recognize, wheelchairs facing it like church pews.” ― Seré Prince Halverson, All the Winters After I don’t know about you, but I’ve long held a fear of nursing homes. There’s sadness that prevails despite cheery seasonal decorations and attempts at community. (It’s hard to play bingo when you can barely hear.)… Read More
A Story Of A Child Who Died And Lived To Tell The Story
When we die we leave behind us all we have, and take with us all we are. – Author Unknown Have you ever heard a story that not only left you breathless, but opened to possibilities? A story that touched upon long-held beliefs? I have, and it happened a few days ago. I was sitting at the chiropractor’s office staring… Read More
Dead Wood and Other Near Death Experiences
The wind was on a mission this day. I rather liked walking into it because it gave me an instant face-lift. It also pulled off tufts of our dog’s loose hair…the stuff I keep trying to remove by brushing but he keeps squirming away…and the air took on a white blizzard appearance. Booker and I made it to our usual… Read More