Wise Words Wednesday: it’s never too soon to plan for the end
Talk About It Tuesday: National Healthcare Decisions Day
Thanatology Thursday: BUBBLES!!
Way back in September, I wrote a post about vanitas art. At the end, I promised a post on one particular theme in vanitas art, which is a favorite: bubbles. I mean, who doesn’t love bubbles. But, what do these soapy, opalescent orbs have to do with death? Quite simply, there is probably no object […]
Thanatology Thursday: Memento Mori and Vanitas
Edward Collier
Still Life with a Volume of Wither’s ‘Emblemes’ 1696
Tate represents death in vanitas art.
Wise Words Wednesday: Anderson
“Our society has tried to make death invisible, thinking that if we ignore it long enough it will go away. Often we as family and loved ones are so afraid of death that even mentioning the word to terminal patients is taboo. We think the dying are oblivious to what is happening to them. Sadly, […]
Talk About It Tuesday in Two Weeks
Talk About It Tuesdays will provide a safe space to talk about matters related to death, dying, doulas, hospice, living well, holistic care or anything that pertains to death and dying and grief. While it has long been proven that planning and preparing for death leads to a more peaceful and “good” death, talking about […]
Talk About It Tuesday: Death Cafes
I believe our lives are enriched and improved by bringing death, death care, grief and healing back to our communities. I want my community to tell me what it needs.
July Community Event
July’s question is “What would a peaceful, dignified death look like to you?” This question will only serve as an ice-breaker. Every question is welcome. Please RSVP to receive Zoom meeting link and code of conduct.
