An Opportunity for Healing

The darker the night, the brighter the stars. For centuries, people have taken comfort and joy as they gazed at the night sky and were able to recognize clusters of stars known as constellations.  Prior to the invention of global positioning devices, people actually...

Happy Holidays…Not Necessarily So

This time of year, holiday euphoria bursts into our lives as people whip themselves into a frenzy thicker than the marshmallow topping on a Thanksgiving sweet potato soufflé. Shopping lists, holiday meal plans, and travel logistics loom larger than the giant Christmas...

How to Talk to Children About Death

Broaching the subject of death and dying, and dealing with grief before or after a death of someone you are close to can be a difficult and heart-wrenching experience for parents and their children. It is best to be prepared ahead of time for these situations, in...