Erie “Chip” Chapman
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The Gift of A Letter
Today I received a text from a dear friend. She wrote: “Thinking of you. I hope this note finds you well. Today would have been June’s birthday. We spent many of her birthdays together. It’s interesting—I’m currently reading a book… Continue reading
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Becoming Weavers of Reconnection
In a time when conversations feel increasingly fragile and divisions run deep, I am learning how difficult, and how necessary it is to choose courage, compassion and kindness. “You must do the things you think you cannot do.”—Eleanor Roosevelt Choosing… Continue reading
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The Alumni Reunion
What Are We Thinking?:-) Hard to admit, but when I went back to RMH in 2015 I encountered several “old” partners. One of them saw my white hair and wrinkles, did not recognize me and blurted out “Is that really… Continue reading
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Enjoying the Present…or Not
Yes. We all have done the same thing this nurse during a few of our work moments – or perhaps in many. The wise among us celebrated their calling every day. That is surely how I felt. If you loved… Continue reading
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Angels On High
Light May the angels of light glisten for us this day. May the sparks of God’s beauty dance in the eyes of those we love. May the universe be on fire with Presence for us this day. May the new… Continue reading
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Happy Holidays
The gift of family and friends is beyond measuring. Our grandchildren are, like all children are the future of this world. Sending Radical Loving Care and best wishes to all. -Erie Continue reading
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A Star To Guide Us By
There is something timeless about the glow of a Christmas tree on a winter night. Its soft lights invite us to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with the quiet magic of the season. One of my most cherished holiday traditions… Continue reading
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Self Care for Caregivers
You, as a caregiver, are a person who cares about others on a regular basis. You make time to give care and seldom miss providing superior care. But, do you provide enough care to yourself? This may seem self serving,… Continue reading
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Dreaming of Riverside
Everybody dreams. 90+% forget them.* Not me. Last night another variation on an old dream. In this version, I am President & CEO of Riverside and OhioHealth once again (left in 1995!) In the dream, I am 82, my current… Continue reading
Journal of Sacred Work 