Something to Think About

a blog on end of life

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About the BK Team
For all the creatures who take up residence in our hearts…

Grief is an emotional response to a loss. Loss of a person, yes, but there are many kinds of losses: loss of a job, of a relationship, a friendship and yes, loss of a...

We Euthanized our Cat Yesterday

She is gone, the house seems emptier. Baxter cat (who we let smell her before she left) seems at a bit of a loss, as he wanders the house. Is...

Developing End of Life Expertise by Barbara Karnes, RN

You have to walk the walk before you can talk the talk. Learn from your patient/family interactions. At the same time read everything you can get your hands on...

Explaining Pet Death To Children by Barbara Karnes, RN www.bkbooks.com

The death of a pet is a great opportunity for a life lesson. As parents part of our job is to give our children life skills, to prepare them for...