Monthly Archives: March 2016

Question of “Living Well”

Oliver Sacks says of his life:  “My predominant feeling is one of gratitude.  I have loved and been loved.  I have been given much and I have given something in return.”  I would say this is a “good life” and … Continue reading

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“Hurt Too Badly to Live”

This is a phrase I have found very painful.  It’s always caused me pain to see the dead animals by the side of the road.  I’ve been in terror of what would I do if I saw one that was … Continue reading

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The Five Gates of Grief

The Five Gates of Grief are listed by Francis Weller in The Wild Edge of Sorrow.  Quotes from the book are given in italics. The First Gate: Everything We Love, We will Lose I remember when Shenanigan died, and Bella, … Continue reading

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