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  • The Gift of A Letter

    Today I received a text from a dear friend. She wrote: “Thinking of you. I hope this note finds you well. Today would have been June’s birthday. We spent many of her birthdays together. It’s interesting—I’m currently reading a book… Continue reading

    The Gift of A Letter
  • Becoming Weavers of Reconnection

    In a time when conversations feel increasingly fragile and divisions run deep, I am learning how difficult, and how necessary it is to choose courage, compassion and kindness. “You must do the things you think you cannot do.”—Eleanor Roosevelt Choosing… Continue reading

    Becoming Weavers of Reconnection
  • The Alumni Reunion

    What Are We Thinking?:-) Hard to admit, but when I went back to RMH in 2015 I encountered several “old” partners. One of them saw my white hair and wrinkles, did not recognize me and blurted out “Is that really… Continue reading

    The Alumni Reunion
  • Enjoying the Present…or Not

    Yes. We all have done the same thing this nurse during a few of our work moments – or perhaps in many. The wise among us celebrated their calling every day. That is surely how I felt. If you loved… Continue reading

    Enjoying the Present…or Not
  • Angels On High

    Light May the angels of light glisten for us this day. May the sparks of God’s beauty dance in the eyes of those we love. May the universe be on fire with Presence for us this day. May the new… Continue reading

    Angels On High
  • Happy Holidays

    The gift of family and friends is beyond measuring. Our grandchildren are, like all children are the future of this world. Sending Radical Loving Care and best wishes to all. -Erie Continue reading

    Happy Holidays
  • A Star To Guide Us By

    There is something timeless about the glow of a Christmas tree on a winter night. Its soft lights invite us to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with the quiet magic of the season. One of my most cherished holiday traditions… Continue reading

    A Star To Guide Us By
  • Self Care for Caregivers

    You, as a caregiver, are a person who cares about others on a regular basis. You make time to give care and seldom miss providing superior care. But, do you provide enough care to yourself? This may seem self serving,… Continue reading

    Self Care for Caregivers
  • Dreaming of Riverside

    Everybody dreams. 90+% forget them.* Not me. Last night another variation on an old dream. In this version, I am President & CEO of Riverside and OhioHealth once again (left in 1995!) In the dream, I am 82, my current… Continue reading

    Dreaming of Riverside