Thoughts on Living and Dying, On Writing and Story

The Beyond Morning Blog

Even if I am dying, until I actually die, I am living. -Paul Kalanithi

You are Welcome here.

This blog is dedicated to those who want to live bountifully and to die gracefully.

It is dedicated those who want to use story as an opportunity to learn about who they truly are.

To those who write about themselves or their loved ones or to those who desire to do so soon.

This is blog is dedicated to the breathing, the dying and to everyone in between. 

An Intentional Conversation: Black History Month

garrett February 21, 2022

“What I do think is important is to encourage individuals—both Black, white, and everyone in between—to utilize BIPOC businesses because doing so empowers us all, strengthens our ENTIRE economy, and recognizes the inherent worth and valuable contributions of all people.”

Garrett Drew Ellis

A Seat at the Table: Loss & the Holidays

garrett December 15, 2021

The holiday season is a time when grief can be more difficult to navigate—particularly grief surrounding a recent loss, but also for losses that may have occurred in the last few years. No matter where the bereaved find themselves around the world, and no matter what holidays they observe, celebrations of light and family can make grief harder to bear.

Writing a Eulogy: Heart Centered Work

garrett November 10, 2021

The holiday season is a time when grief can be more difficult to navigate—particularly grief surrounding a recent loss, but also for losses that may have occurred in the last few years. No matter where the bereaved find themselves around the world, and no matter what holidays they observe, celebrations of light and family can make grief harder to bear.