Shelley Blair, CDCP, End of Life Doula

The Inn At Spences Bridge, photographed in March 2019. This hotel is among the earliest continuously operating hotels on the B.C. mainland.

Question: where can a person get decks of cards made with motivational messages. Is there a Canadian outlet that would do this? TIA🙏

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Hope is the thing with feathers
that perches in the soul
and sings the tunes without the words
and never stops at all..

Emily Dickinson 🏵️

Artist Credit : Iris Esther

Winter Solstice Blessing

As the longest night welcomes the returning light,
May you find peace in the stillness,
Strength in the darkness,
And hope in the promise of the sun’s rebirth.

May the warmth of love and community sustain you,
And the quiet of the season inspire clarity and purpose.

On this sacred threshold of winter’s heart,
May you release what no longer serves you,
And embrace the light that grows within.

Blessings of renewal, harmony, and grace
As we journey toward brighter days.

Blessings, love and light to all, Shelley

The love of those who have passed lives on in ways we cannot always see but deeply feel. It’s in the quiet moments when a memory brings warmth to our hearts, in the way their laughter echoes through our thoughts, and in the lessons they’ve woven into the fabric of our lives. Their messages come to us in whispers—a favorite song on the radio, a familiar scent on the breeze, the comfort of their words still guiding us. They remind us that love is eternal, unbound by time or distance, forever lighting our path with their presence.
~Shelleyb 2024~

A good death is one that honors the individuality of the dying person, aligns with their values and wishes, and provides a sense of peace. It is not free from sorrow but is imbued with intention, comfort, and dignity. A good death is shaped by connection—whether to loved ones, nature, or something greater. It allows for closure, both emotional and practical, and creates a space for the living to grieve with clarity and love. Through thoughtful preparation and compassionate presence, we can create an experience that transforms the fear of dying into a moment of meaning and grace.
~Shelleyb 2024~

“Amid the storm, she stood like a mountain, fierce and unyielding, her spirit a blaze of vibrant crimson against the gray, knowing that a life well-lived, like a sunset, shines brightest at its end.” ~Shelleyb 2024~

everyday, I mindfully walk with gratitide and love....feels so good❣️