My daughter Pru and I are at it again. Enjoy Episode 19 of the Daughter and Dad Podcast.
George Sterling
Calling you now, not for your flesh I call,
Nor for the mad, long raptures of the night
And passion in its beauty and its might,
When the ecstatic bodies rise and fall.
I cannot feign: God knows I see it all—
The flaming senses, raving with delight,
The leopards, swift and terrible and white,
Within the loins that shudder as they crawl.
All that could I exultingly forego,
Could I but stand, one flash of time, and see
Your heavenly, entrancing face, and know
I stood most blest of all beneath the sun,
Hearing these words from your fond lips to me:
“I love, love you, and love no other one!”
In Episode 121 of the “Journey from Grief to Healing” podcast, we delve into the profound sorrow and deep connection we share with our pets. When a friend walked into the gym with the heartbreaking news that his dog had passed away, it brought back memories of my own experiences with pet loss. Pets are more than just animals; they are loyal friends who offer unconditional love and companionship.
In this episode, I reflect on the unique bond between humans and their dogs, sharing personal stories of grief and love. I also read Rudyard Kipling’s poignant poem, “The Power of a Dog,” which captures the bittersweet essence of loving and losing a canine companion. Kipling’s words remind us of the joys and inevitable sorrows that come with opening our hearts to pets.
Join us as we explore how to navigate the grief of losing a pet, honor their memory, and find healing. This episode is a heartfelt tribute to our furry friends who have touched our lives in profound ways.
Keywords: Pet Loss, Grieving Pets, Dog Love, Rudyard Kipling, The Power of a Dog, Pet Memorial, Healing from Loss, Unconditional Love, Pet Grief Journey, Cherishing Memories
Everyone has a right to be wrong, more than once. Everyone has a right to mess up, more than once. The folks who like to point fingers and criticize don’t realize when they are pointing a finger they are pointing three fingers back toward themselves. We get along a lot better when we cut each other some slack, laugh at our mistakes, and encourage each other to keep trying.
In Episode 113 of “Journey from Grief to Healing,” we delve into a profound encounter at the gym that brings unexpected connections and shared experiences of grief. Host Ray recounts a chance meeting with Mark, an acquaintance from two years ago. Mark’s story of recent personal tragedies reveals the deep, unspoken bond formed through shared suffering. This episode explores the emotional weight of grief, the significance of empathy, and the universal truths found in John Donne’s poem “No Man is an Island.” Join us as we discuss the power of simple words, shared understanding, and the healing impact of kindness, inspired by the poetry of Edgar Guest. Listen and discover how our personal pain can become a gift to others, fostering connections and offering solace in times of need.
We’re all together in this joy ride on planet earth through the cosmos. It makes so much more sense to work together and set aside differences. It’s our only ride, we have the potential to make it a great one. It takes setting aside past grievances and the courage to believe that solutions to difficult problems are possible if we shake hands and put our minds into cooperative action.
There is an art to civility where two people can disagree and be civil to each other. It is becoming a lost art. To me, a civil conversation morphs into a dialogue where the parties not only explain their positions, they also seek to understand the other person’s position. One doesn’t have to attack another to prove his/her point is correct. When we can ask, What can I learn from listening? What questions does it raise in my mind? What common areas of agreement exist? And, let me check to make sure I understand what he/she is saying. When we regain the art of civility in our dialogues/conversations personal relationships, political relationships, and work relationships all benefit.
