Actually Thursday April 9 was or today as the first full day of retirement.
At 2 PM I turned in my last Daily, turned in my Heartland Hospice cell phone, and my ministry as Chaplain, now known as Spiritual Care Coordinator, was ended. Had a wonderful "Goodbye" lunch with the "piece de resistance" a whole salmon baked in the dishwasher by Social Worker Wendie Rose, a wonderful gift. She also makes a wonderful dill sauce for it. We ate it in minutes!
Our music therapist, Carolyn Bowes was present I requested "Auld Lang Syne" then Carolyn and Gail sang a blessing song of peace for me which made me tearful for peace is what I seek. Then I requested the Beer Barrel Polka because it was Loann's birthday and we both are 100% Polish. So the party ended with a very up beat!
The Big Boss entered and called a meeting on marketing after lunch, I thought, "I am out of here!" and I was!
I did not feel regrets or sadness. I know I have served my patients and families well. I know that I became a chaplain to prepare myself for my ministry at Walter Reed and in the eventuality that Jason would have been killed in Iraq. I believe our prayers saved Jason's life not only on the battlefield but during his recovery at Walter Reed. That time in my life is now over and I transition to my ministry for Justice (especially for women in the RCC) and Peace. I am eagerly looking forward to my "retirement" ministries.
Blessings on you and your families for Easter and as all persons celebrate this time of rebirth for our earth,
Katy
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