I was inspired to write this after spending a a study day at the wonderful Florence Nightingale Hospice in Stoke Mandeville. *Magdalena and Duke are fictional. The courtyard garden, centre stage to a surround of tinted windows and sliding doors, each one reflecting the colours of the garden. Behind every window is a life story. … Continue reading The Hospice Garden
Something written by Laura Kelly Fanucci that resonated with me that I wanted to share at this difficult time for everyone When this is over, may we never again take for granted A handshake with a stranger Full shelves at the store Conversations with neighbours A crowded theatre Friday night out The taste of communion … Continue reading Sentiment for our current time
Russell is a fictional character based on this image by Simon Wijers As I sat in the park contemplating what had just happened, I felt something at my feet that distracted me from my thoughts. It set my reflexes into action and my foot jumped. As I looked down there was a little dog sniffing … Continue reading The many faces of Russell. Part 1.
It's really interesting to me to re-visit this reflection I wrote about *Grace. This was my first experience of a patient dying when I was a first year student nurse. It's so interesting to look back on especially now that I work in palliative care, to see the knowledge I had, or should I say … Continue reading From the Archives: Grace
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