Erie Chapman
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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
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Made to Belong
“We are made to belong.”- David Whyte Whyte’s quote (above) stars in the movie plot of our lives. Scene: California’s Warner Avenue Public School. Time: Recess. Autumn, 1954 “Wanna go out and play?” I asked my 6th grade friend Steve… Continue reading
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The Touch Card of Remembrance
Note: This reflection is based on the teachings of Erie Chapman and his foundational book, "Radical Loving Care" which has had a significant and meaningful impact for me in relationship to caregiving and the sacredness of our work. Erie Chapman… Continue reading
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Circling the Still Point
What is it like to be? Can we be and do in a new marriage where the still point dances? Continue reading
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Physician Appreciation Week- Love is The Teacher March 23-24, 2024
In honor of National Physician Appreciation Week (Mar 25-31, 2024) I wish to celebrate Gladys Mc Garey, a primary care physician, who at age 103 shares her wisdom on life lessons. She begins by stating, “This concept is something that… Continue reading
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“…a few words” Days 28-32
If someone at my funeral described me as “Driven,” and someone else added “fool” that’s fine. Just so they speak reverently. Continue reading
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#1 Attention-Getting Word? “Naked” – Days 15-19
Leaders asking caregivers “How they give loving care” signals love matters and can initiate a culture change: to Radical Loving Care. Continue reading
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Days 358-359 “Deep peace, a soft white dove to you”
Deep peace, a soft white dove to You;Deep peace, a quiet rain.Deep peace of the running wave to you,Deep peace of the flowing air.Deep peace of the quiet earth to you,Deep peace of the shining stars.Deep peace of the gentle… Continue reading
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The Important Path To Grace – Days 339-343
Grief to Gratitude to a Grace that draws from the deepest well of courage. The refusal to be defeated by pain. The insistence on transcending it to precious, indefinable peace. Continue reading
Journal of Sacred Work 