This may be a mis-nomer—but it comes from the reality that there are things we relish and deny ourselves throughout life. Perhaps it’s legitimate to purchase, embrace, plan some of these things for our final days. This came to me while at the Jefferson Hotel in Richmond. I relished the bathrobe provided [...]
Her name was Catherine and she was full of grace. She danced when no one else would. She’d kiss your hand, and pat your cheek at every introduction. You were a most welcome friend to her regardless of whether she remembered your name, the day of the week, or the occasion of your “visit.” She [...]
Today was a final farewell to a beloved member of my eldercare community. She came to us reluctantly from independent living with higher health needs then they could manage. Happy hour was the daily norm for her. Bud Light was her favorite. But she adapted to Root Beer Float Socials and a personal happy hour [...]