Crossing Over
I had an overwhelming experience today. A couple years back, I volunteered for an organization that plays music for people who are very near death. Irish music was requested by the daughter. So I went to a hospice to play a few songs. After one favorite song of the mother and daughter, the mother breathed her last.
I choked back the tears as we realized the mother passed on. Afterward, the daughter asked me not to leave, so I played a few more songs to comfort her. I can't really begin to explain how I felt and feel.
When I got in my car, I was in tears. I called my mother, who dealt with her own father's death not too long ago. I feel sad for the daughter, and blessed for being able to share that experience with her. My emotions are overflowing.
I want to send a HUGE thank you to all the hospice care workers out there. I commend you for your strength and heart for taking care of these people. You are amazing!
Originally published at Marc Gunn .com. Read. Interact. Breathe. It's easy; it's free.
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posted by Marc Gunn @ Wednesday, July 02, 2008
1 Comments:
Hey Marc --
Kudos for providing the service, Marc. I have had my share of deaths in the family, and it's always a profound experience.
On a similar note, did I ever tell you about Songs of Love? It's a charity organization that commissions singer/songwriters with recording capabilities to write and record personalized songs for children with serious illnesses. Look them up -- I think you may be a good fit for them. I worked with them for over a year, before I got too busy with my kids and had to stop. I myself want to get back into it.
What's the organization that is coordinating music for hospices? I'd be interested in contributing there also.
ari
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