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John O’Donohue poem: On the Death of the Beloved
Though we need to weep your loss,You dwell in that safe place in our heartsWhere no storm or night or pain can reach you. Your love was like the dawnBrightening over our lives,Awakening beneath the darkA further adventure of color. The sound of your voiceFound for usA...
Suzanne’s Tribute
As I continue to teach and work with many talented university students in leadership and in particular, an affiliative model of leadership based on having an outward focus and commitment to ‘take care of your partner’ in all leadership and development work, I remember...
Sara’s Tribute
So many wonderful things come to mind when we think of Jackie Fisher. Her glowing smile, fabulous fiery red hair, and gorgeous sense of style. The way she carried herself with poise and grace. The scent of her perfume. The jingle of her bracelets. Maybe a song she...
Melanie’s Tribute
Jackie continues to be part of my daily life through my memories of her. She was committed to her family and friends, always putting them before her, no matter what challenges she was facing. She was one of the most loving, giving and unselfish people in the world....
Jackie’s Light
On a cold February morning in 2016, the power had gone out at about 3AM, and the house was cold. Larry woke up for Morning Prayer, as he committed to saying the Kaddish* for Jackie during the first 11 months after her passing. At the synagogue, a dozen men had...