Bereavement Newsletter January 2026

Posted on December 22, 2025

A new year is upon us! Where does the time go? When I was young, I hated it when someone said how fast the time went, for as a child, I didn’t believe it and I couldn’t wait for the years to pass! Now it is sometimes just a reminder of what was. It is sometimes hard not to wish those days and years back. But, as we are so aware, we cannot! We do, however, need to remind ourselves to make the most of today and pray for a happier tomorrow. A friend once shared four little words with me that might help to make a difference in your days. They are “I have a choice”. We can choose to worry and be upset at life’s circumstances, or we can choose to move ahead one day at a time, making our life count for something. It has been said…”Those who grieve well–heal well”! They also live well-living in the now! I hope you can begin to do that in the coming year.

This new year brings a new season in my life. After 20 plus years here at Hospice of Guernsey, I will be leaving mid-February. We have moved to be closer to our daughter’s family which includes our 2 grandsons. I hope to have the time to be more involved in their lives. I will also be working a couple days a week…just were is yet to be seen. It is bittersweet and I will leave part of my heart with all of you! I hope to introduce my replacement soon!

Upcoming Events:

January 12-Lunch Bunch in Barnesville at Noon at Tlaquepaque

January 14-Lunch group at Noon at Mr. Lee’s in Cambridge

January 21-Support breakfast at 9 AM at Patty’s Place in Belle Valley

January 28-Coffe with Chris: Men’s coffee and support group meets at 9 AM at various places in the community. If interested, contact me for details of the upcoming month’s location.

If you have any questions, call me at 740-432-7440. I am also available for one-on-one time. Remember that together and with support, we can make it through each new day.

God Bless you in this New Year!

Terri Wootton, LISW Bereavement Coordinator