Peace

Mom passed away early Sunday morning. It was very peaceful. We are all thankful and are currently experiencing a flood of emotions that range from relief and release to tears and laughter.





My sister seems to be hit especially hard. She has backed into two trees, burned her mouth multiple times and breaks into spontaneous sobs. I'm a little concerned about her driving around right now. Everybody deals with grief a little differently.

Light A Candle


I'm meditating, cooking, organizing, making jokes and writing. My humor tends to lean towards the gallows but, other than that, I seem to be at peace. This morning I lit a "virtual candle". Please click the link if you'd like to join me and explore the Gratefulness.org site.

Fortunately, we have planned for my mother's passing so there is little for us to do in terms of rites and rituals. They are all set. I am grateful that we can spend this time in reflection and in enjoying the community of family and friends.