Guest guest Posted September 15, 2002 Report Share Posted September 15, 2002 Holly & Friends, That's right, Holly, but it's a painful truth isn't it? yours in the bonds, eric , Hbarrett47@a... wrote: > Valerie -- I hope your mom will be okay. You do whatever you need to, there > are no rules. As Mace said, be present. My mom's death turned out to be one > of the most profound spiritual experiences of my life. The peace that > descended was indescribable and the ripple effects from this continue to > today. But her death was also about sitting by the phone, cleaning up messes > of all kinds, watching movies, being unable to eat, laughter, boredom, > wanting it to be over and then being horrified by that thought. In short, > her death was about life. I've been volunteering in a hospice for the last > couple of years and it is a wonder to watch how life explodes in glory among > the family and friends as well as in the dying loved one. Grief bares your > heart to the great Mystery. Love, Holly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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