In Tending To Others
In tending to the little piece of Mother Earth that is the front yard of my house, I reflected upon the current state of the world. In preparing to welcome…
Healing When a Complicated Family Relationship Ends
The word "family" carries unique connotations for each of us. Ideally, families are a source of acceptance, unconditional love, and support. While the greater culture typically portrays and promotes this…
Gifts Gained Through Loss
Today is the 14th anniversary of the death of my mother from breast cancer. Naturally my thoughts start to turn to her at this time of year, but additionally the…
Music Therapy in Hospice and Palliative Care
Recently I was asked by the hospice company where I work to write an article about what I do as a music therapist. I'm sharing it here with you so…
Saying Goodbye
"Goodbye." What feelings, thoughts, images, or experiences come to mind when you see that word? Depending on the context, "goodbye" can take on a lot of different meanings. "Goodbye" can…
Being a Wounded Healer
Having known pain, I can enter into the dark, inner places without fear. Having walked through pain, I know the light of healing guides the way. The Wounded Healer is…