Monday, July 28, 2025

"The In-between" and "Nothing to Fear"

As you might assume, I have never died.  As I wrinkle, I get reminders of the possibility and I have heard it happens to everyone.  So, I expect to but not yet.


There are so many references to life-saving this and life-saving that, it seems possible that fear of and avoidance of suspected procedures and activities is a major factor of people's lives.  When I have interviewed robins and rabbits about why they so often run away, I keep hearing about possible harm and death.  I guess any form of life can spend time, caution and worry fearing death.  


It seems to me that I could make death into a big deal but I suspect it doesn't need to be, especially having lived to a fine age. I read 'The In-between" by Hadley Vlahos, RN and I thought it was excellent.  She is an experienced hospice nurse who serves people who are dying.  I guess the title refers to moments when people are in between being fully alive and when they aren't.  Recently, I saw a book called "Nothing to Fear" by Julie McFadden, RN.  I started reading it aloud to Lynn but found the author repeating the message of the book's title too often.  I told Lynn my impression and she said she felt that way, too.  We dropped the book but I recommend "The In-Between."