When we have a broken limb, it is usually obvious to others, because we have some sort of protective covering (i.e., splint, sling). This covering not only holds the affected part in place so it can hopefully heal properly, but it also serves as a reminder to others to be careful not to do more harm by handling without caution.
If you are reading this blog, you may very well have 
a “Fragile Heart” as Yolanda Adams sings about in the video below. You may wish there was some outer marking which would be visible to others, such as “Handle [My Heart] With Care.” Such a sign would alert those with whom you come in contact to the fact your heart is hurting and to your increased sensitivity during this season. Since we don’t have a sign such as that (if you want to market one, please let me know), we will have to rely on our verbal abilities. When someone begins to tread in a sensitive area of our heart, we need to tell them and specify the boundary lines. You may think: “Well, she should know better than to say….” This may be true, but many times people are oblivious to the harm their tongues can inflict, and we as grievers may need to explain to them the danger in what they are saying. If you would like some tips on having conversations such as these with those around you, please e-mail me (ksmith@stjosephhospice.com) or call me (Kim, 504-734-0140).
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