“The Way” often refers to the popular network of pilgrimage routes in Spain, the Camino de Santiago, that lead to the Compostela to Santiago (Cathedral of St James). That is more or less the subject of this series of posts. Let’s start at the beginning. Have I walked the Way? The French Camino (about 700…
Last opportunity in the coming months to attend a “Living with Loss” Retreat If you’ve been considering attending a Living with Loss retreat, now is the time to book, as we are only running one more event this spring. After March, the next opportunity will be autumn 2019. (There are some other events in August…
I’ve had this delicate ornament for at least 24 years – I can’t recall exactly. Amazingly, the tiny decorative sticks of clove still have a scent, although obviously not as fresh as they were. This small item was a gift from a friend, a colleague, actually my work supervisor from long ago. I probably wouldn’t…
It’s coming up to November 2nd – All Soul’s Day – a day when many of us will visit loved one’s graves to remember them, although in some traditions this might have taken place on October 31st. (“All Hallow’s Eve”, more commonly referred to as Halloween.) As Wikipedia helpfully explains, “All Souls’ Day commemorates All Souls, the Holy…
Having a special place to grieve and remember is important for many people. A special place marks our loved one’s space and time in history. It is a focal point that we can visit; a place where we might talk to them, pray for them, reflect. It’s a place for remembrance. The special place doesn’t…
This is a sponsored guest post on the topic of continuing bonds. The authors are kindly giving us a donation that will help towards the Living with Loss Part 2 retreats that we are planning. People are now making diamonds from their deceased loved one or their own hair The ceremonies, rituals, and memorials surrounding…
The give and take of grief; giving according to our ability, receiving according to our need.
