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Debbie is NZs only Community Hospital Play Therapists She is offering support through her therapies for Loss and grief a particularly for children.
This delightful story tells of a young boy, Liam whose sister Cassie has died. He watches the winter clouds, hoping his siter is out there somewhere. The night before Liam’s birthday, Cassie appears siling in a ship, the Sky Dreamer. Anchoring the ship in the ghost gum tree in their garden, she calls to Liam to come aboard and together they sail through the night. Liam has to steer the ship through rough and stormy conditions, passing planets and stars and black holes and despite calling to his sister to help,she can only sit sewing his birthday present.He has to learn how to navigate the storm clouds, bringing them safely home As they return,he wants to sail with her forever but Cassie urges him to leave with his present. Liam awakes to find himself enfolded with a special cloak made for him by his sister.
This sensitively told story with beautiful illustrations is gently reflective with a touching underlying message for a child experiencing grief of a sibling Recommended.
Published by IP Kidz 2011 For purchase sales@ipoz.biz
Anne Morgan’s website : www.annemorgan.com.au
Reviewed by Carrie Dean
NALAG(NZ)
Time to Reflect on the anniversary of the Christchurch earthquakes, particularly the one in which lives were lost and the city suffered a massive blow to its businesses and buildings. The year since that day when the country reeled in shock and horror as the events of the 22nd February unfolded, has been one of ongoing aftershocks not just underground but in the communities as well. No-one could have forseen the degree of distress and suffering that has continued since that day. For some, there has been little in the way of recovery with long waits for news of what will happen to their damaged homes
For others, dealing with the losses has been overwhelming, be it tangible or unseen. Much is yet to be grieved for and strength to carry on is an everyday need
Let us in our reflections,not forget the ongoing stress that Cantabrians are under and offer whatever we can in ongoing practical and moral support
Ed
Our communities benefit when grief is handled well in society, and when the unhelpful responses of unresolved grief are avoided. Through branch meetings, seminars, conferences, and newsletters, NALAG members are able to share their interests and knowledge, and to grow personally and professionally.