THE FINAL MILE
This site is dedicated to those walking on the final mile of life’s path. Together, we can find hope and healing as we walk along discussing the meaning of life.
And it happened that while they were conversing and debating, Jesus himself drew near and walked with them, but their eyes were prevented from recognizing him. He asked them, “What are you discussing as you walk along?”
Luke 24: 15-17
Julie Scott, Hospice Chaplain
Spiritual Reflections
- A Brave Conversation
Meet George, a serious contender for Rabbit of the Year. George accompanies patients and their families awaiting test results, post-surgery,… Read more: A Brave Conversation - Spirituality of the companion
It was a hard to say goodbye to our buddy Cain. He had a gift, as all dogs do. He taught me the spirituality of the companion, of the friend who walks alongside, helping, sharing and sometimes just sitting, empty-handed, when you would rather run away. - Today is a good day
Today is a good day, bright and golden. Today I can breathe, and think, and move, and talk, and laugh, and smile. Maybe tomorrow will be different, but today is a good day. (Poem by Kara Bowman) - I hope you dance
When given the choice to either sit out or dance, I hope you dance. We are on this road called life, taking on mountains and challenges along the way. Perspective at the end of life is challenging. - Fly while you still have wings
Most of us would rather not fly after hitting the “brick wall” of the diagnosis of a life-limiting illness. Reflecting on what was good and what was bad in one’s life changes everything.