Ear of the
Heart
Reflections, guidance, and gentle stories for listening deeply — to yourself, your loved ones, and the world around you.
Fostering Dogs on Hospice: A Gift of Comfort and Compassion
There is a particular kind of love that shows up at the end of a life. It is quieter, slower, and deeply attentive. Hospice fostering for dogs—often lovingly called “fospice”—lives in this space. The goal is not to fix, cure, or prolong at all costs, but to offer comfort, dignity, and presence for whatever time remains…
An End-of-Year Reflection: Living with Death in Mind
To live with death in mind is not to dwell on sorrow, but to live with deeper awareness, to recognize that every moment, every relationship, and every heartbeat exists within a greater cycle of becoming, ending, and beginning again.
Words That Comfort: How to Talk to Someone Who Is Grieving
Grief is not limited to death. It is the echo of love and longing wherever something precious has changed or slipped away.
What Does It Mean to Die Well?
The phrase “dying well” can stir up many different feelings. Some may imagine a peaceful passing surrounded by loved ones. Others may think of dying without pain, with dignity, or in a way that honors their faith or values. But the truth is, there isn’t a single definition of what it means to die well.
Writing Your Own Legacy Letter for End-of-Life Planning & Support
A legacy letter (sometimes called an ethical will) is your chance to speak from the heart, to leave behind not only instructions, but love, wisdom, and memory. It’s a way of saying: “This is who I was, what I valued, and what I hope for you.”