Erie Chapman Foundation
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Days 237-238 Your Smile
Recently, friends have gifted me with flowering plants on occasions such as birthdays, or from students who wish to express appreciation and co-workers who manifest love through kind gestures. A year ago, my dear friend June gave me the… Continue reading
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Days 232-236 – Where Is Your Garden?
Our gardens are not just homes for plants but any personal place of peace. Wherever you seek solace, that is your garden. Continue reading
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Days 225-229 – The Art of Appreciation
Affirmation is the most powerful tool you have. Practice the art of appreciation in genuine ways & behold the masterpieces you create. Continue reading
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Days 223-224 Acceptance
Note: Special thanks to Terry Chapman for offering this meaningful reflection BIRD SPIRITUALITY! Artist James Marsh What can we learn from our winged friends? First, we can learn how to soar above everyday concerns and boredom by honoring our daily… Continue reading
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Days 220-224 – Openings in the Clouds
Is a miracle unfolding before you right now, waiting for you to part your clouds of doubt so that it may illuminate your life? Continue reading
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Days 218-219 Blessing; Are You
May the road rise to meet you,May the wind be always at your back.May the sun shine warm upon your face,The rains fall soft upon your fields.And until we meet again,May God hold you in the palm of his hand.… Continue reading
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Days 213-217 – Portals to Paradise?
The world we occupy is one we will soon leave. Meanwhile, I fancy finding secret doors here & there, walking through them & experiencing briefly what paradise offers eternally. Continue reading
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Days 211-212 A Holy Hallelujah
Whoever has learned how to listen to trees no longer wants to be a tree. He wants to be nothing except what he is. That is home. That is happiness.” -Herman Hesse A mighty tree is as welcoming as a treasured… Continue reading
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Days 206-210 – The Leaders #1 Job
The leader’s most important job: take care of the people who take care of people. When people ask “How Did You Lead Three Hospital Systems to Success?” I say: If you want great care for patients then take great care… Continue reading
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Days 204-205 Life Is…
The home is the most intimate setting to receive healthcare. Caregivers (clinicians; we are all caregivers, one to another) who go into a person’s home to provide care, enter as stranger and quickly become relied upon as a… Continue reading
Journal of Sacred Work 