Have you ever shared a story and found yourself so amused? And then noticed… Oops, wrong audience?!? Oh yeah! That was me and can be me still… Here’s a great story about sharing a funny story. About 3 years after my mother-in-law died, I was taking a drawing class as …
Jolly Ol’ St. Nicholas and Infertility… What’s the connection? written by: Julie Blackburn We know Dasher and Dancer and Prancer and Vixen, Comet and Cupid and Donner and Blitzen… Do you recall, the most famous infertile couple of all? A couple years back, I sat down to wrap presents and have …
Over the weekend, we joined another family to do our traditional Christmas caroling. I remember doing this with my church in different ways when I was little. I love seeing the delight on the neighbors faces when we sing. So, I continue the tradition with my kids. While we were …
It’s been quite some time since some new programs have been introduced. I’m very excited to be offering something completely different. The new programs remain committed to the mission of Chartreuse Center to lift barriers to quality support information and services for bereavement, infertility and new parenting. The new programs …
I waited A LONG TIME to be a mom. I get a number of requests to help in their school and activities. From fundraisers to class parties to music concerts to mystery readers, there are so many opportunities to say “yes” or to eventually burn out with all the help …
We are deep into the holiday season! It’s never too late to remind ourselves of how we can make it through with some ease. In the Holiday Survival online program, 6 steps are outlined to manage ANY holiday or special occasion. Understand your holiday hurts – We all have memories …
The idea of streaming or recording messages seems overwhelming at worst and exhilarating at best… Once you do your first live stream, you will feel a sense of accomplishment. I’m a huge proponent of keeping life simple… especially when learning trying new things. Hospices have been forced into the electronic …
As a hospice, you may be at that point of saying… Hmmm, I think I’m ready to try to stream a message. What does that really mean? There are some things that you can consider as you make this move. Let’s move beyond “Is the mic on?” These days you …
That unique touch of hospice is missing right now. Hospice response is so needed at this time. What can a hospice do when our greatest asset – our touch – is taken away through social distancing? We can engage, connect and ignite the senses through the use of technology… I’ve …
One of my professional strengths is that I am able to take in an organization for all that is great about it. After some time, I begin to question the status quo for those things that may be apparently missing a mark… I have an eye for this. I …