What is a Death Doula?
By: Linda Knieriemen I’m a Death Doula. Reading that word— “death”—may surprise you. In our society we do all we...
What is a Death Doula?
Wisdom Stories
Encourage One Another
Encourage One Another
“Encourage one another daily.” (Hebrews 3:13.) When did you last encourage someone? Here's a story for...
Lessons Learned from My Son with Cancer
Lessons Learned from My Son with Cancer
It has been two months since my son, Jeff, was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, and through this journey, he is...
Being a Friend to Someone with Memory Loss
Being a Friend to Someone with Memory Loss
Dear Friends, If I should experience dementia, I would like you to know the following helpful information....
My First 30 Days on a Cancer Journey
My First 30 Days on a Cancer Journey
One month ago, cancer became up-close and personal. For years, I have listened to individuals tell their cancer...
Spoken Gifts
Spoken Gifts
There have been many special presents over the years which I have unwrapped and enjoyed; however, some of my most...
What Do I Write in A Sympathy Card When I Don’t Know the Family Well?
What Do I Write in A Sympathy Card When I Don’t Know the Family Well?
While at an art show with my custom-designed Bible verse stationery, I watched a couple look through my greeting...
Visiting Someone with Alzheimer’s
Visiting Someone with Alzheimer’s
Gabriel García Márquez, in his novel One Hundred Years of Solitude, tells the story of a poor Colombian peasant...
