If you have been following these pages for the last few months you know that I have begun working as a chaplain for a local hospice provider. This work has added a dimension to my ministry that I never thought I would have. Helping people, both patients and their families, during their last days has many rewards and I am glad I decided to pursue this work.
At a recent meeting of the hospice team, one team member mentioned the Poem The Dash. I had never heard of this poem before so I did a quick Google search to find it. The poem is about the dash that lies between your birth date and the date of your death and represent your entire life. This has taken on a new meaning for me as I listen to the life stories of those on my hospice service.
The author of the poem, Linda Ellis, has asked that a link is posted to her website rather than copying the poem and placing it on mine so I will honor her request. Please do take a few moments to follow the link below and read The Dash and think about your dash.
