Bereavement Newsletter March 2024

Posted on February 23, 2024

SPRING! The calendar says 3 weeks. But we can hardly complain. It have been a mild winter. But there is something about the promise of spring and the week ahead does look promising for mild temperatures! Hopefully March will bring an early spring and more of the sunshine I so love. The days are becoming longer and I would love to begin to think of outside chores and activities. I always begin thinking about decorating the outdoor patio at this point in time (at least in my mind). One of my favorite spots is the old porch swing. I love to sit on it and watch the world go by. It gives me great peace, and occasionally I’ll grab a nap after a busy day at work. It is my get-a-way for a few needed moments.

As March brings springtime, I hope it also brings for you sunshine and hope in the new season. It is only natural to have dreary days mixed in with the sunshine, so don’t be discouraged when they creep in. Just try to stay focused. Plan an activity that will bring you joy, and act upon it. Have lunch with a friend, feed the ducks, or take a walk. But whatever you do, look for that moment or activity that gives you a few minutes of peace, and bask in its warmth. It may be what gets you through to the next season.

But no matter where you find yourself as you read this, remember that we at Hospice are here to lend you support along the way. Our upcoming events for the month of March are as follows:

March 7 New Griefshare class starts

March 12 – Lunch Bunch at Barnesville Library annex at Noon

March 14 – “Lunch Bunch” at Mr. Lee’s at Noon

March 27 – “Coffee with Chris” MENS ONLY coffee group to meet the last Wednesday of the month at 9:00 AM at the East Wheeling Ave Wendy’s in Cambridge. Chris is the former chaplain of Hospice and will be leading the group.

March 28 – Breakfast support group at Patty’s Place in Belle Valley at 9:00 AM

April 12-14 – Women’s Retreat.

If you have questions about any of the events, or you just need someone to talk to, call me at 740-432-7440. I CAN meet with you one on one. May spring shine upon you!

Blessings! Terri Wootton MSW, LISW, Bereavement Coordinator