by Chaplain Julia Rajtar, MAPS, BCC A woman, living in a smaller rural community, was grocery shopping. Her husband had died only 2 weeks prior. As she was shopping, people would stop and ask her, “How are you?” Her grief so new and...
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According to Wikipedia, Valentine’s Day also called Saint Valentine’s Day or the Feast of Saint Valentine. It’s significance is “the celebration of love and affection.” For those who are experiencing Valentines Day as a...
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Whether you’ve lost a significant other or a spouse, Valentines Day after a loss is difficult. While it may not seem like it would be helpful to celebrate Valentines Day, it often isn’t easy to ignore all together either. The heart candy, red...
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If you’re new to the idea of preplanning a funeral, then you are not alone. For many, the concept of intentionally planning how they would like their funeral to go, is strange. The truth is that if you are wise, you will make these decisions...
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You may have heard of Marie Kondo before. She has written four books on organizing and currently has a hit show on Netflix called Tidying Up with Marie Kondo (official trailer here). Her most popular book published in 2011 is called The Life...
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by Chaplain Julia Rajtar, M.A.P.S., BCC My best friend recently moved away. We have been friends since high school and have shared a lot through the years. She became one of my mother’s “adopted” daughters years ago and one of the family. Her own...
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If there is one thing I know, its that people are different. And yet we are all really so much the same. Oxymoron? Maybe, but looking deeper, there are many traits that all people share. Humans thrive on connection and being “known”. What that...
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When it comes to New Years, there are two things that synonymous with the date on the calendar – the big ball dropping in Times Square, and the New Year’s Resolutions that many make and break within days of starting. People often have great...
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New years is a new beginning for many. The year gone by is just that. As the clock strikes midnight friends raise their glasses, lovers kiss, and young parents are amazed simply in being able to stay awake to see it all. As we prepare for...
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by Chaplain Julia Rajtar As we gather to celebrate this joyous season with family and friends, we also gather in sadness after a loved one has died. In a time of joy and merriment, it can be difficult to feel merry and bright. Even more...
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When it comes to summarizing the life a loved one in a eulogy, the thought can be overwhelming. It can be daunting to even find out the basics of writing a eulogy. While we can’t help you with the actual delivery of your loved one’s eulogy, we...
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The summer sun fades into falling leaves and a cold breeze. Schools are back in full swing and children’s choirs are practicing the songs of the season. First it is all things fall and reminiscent of the harvest season. Before you know it...
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