When a Loved One Passes On

Lost my sixth hospice patient and dear, dear friend Dan this week. I only knew Dan for five months, but became extremely close to him and his beautiful wife, Janet, as he battled lymphoma.

I spent a lot of time with Dan, and even more with Janet, as I drove her to and from the nursing home and hospital to see visit him. In the process, I came to love them both for the wonderful, fun, loving and generous people they are and were.

I had my version of who I thought Dan was, but when I heard his eulogy and his friends speak at his celebration of life party, I realized I knew very little about him. From the many stories shared at the party and after the funeral, it was clear that he was not only a great friend to many, but an exceptional neighbor, husband, father and grandfather. I feel so fortunate to have known him.

So, here’s to Dan the Man! May Heaven be all you dreamed of. Love, CJ

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  1. I have utmost respect for you as a hospice caregiver. You must be a very special person, with very special talents.

    slgreatsuccess - July 15, 2009 at 5:44 pm

  2. I like the clean look of your blog and there are some very thought provoking articles here. The Kindness Cure Campaign seems like a genuinely caring site.

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    Green Family Blog - July 24, 2009 at 5:04 pm

  3. Thanks so much, Martin. I’m trying to vote for your blog but the system tells me my email address and user name are already in use, but won’t send me the forgotten password. I’ll keep trying. I appreciate you checking out and commenting on my blog. Have a terrific weekend! CJ Scarlet

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