Maxine

On December 16, 2017, I met Maxine and my life changed forever.

Maxine turned 88 on this day, and I was her gift. She had been in hospice for 3 months when I went to see her. When her friend contacted me, she asked if I could sing anything to help her transition be more peaceful.

When I arrived, she had four friends gathered around her. Pretty immediately, I sang to her, and the moment was captured on video. I’ve sung to many people in this way — flowing, channeling — and it has never been recorded. This moment felt sacred, which is why I’ve held it close to my heart all this time.

I sang, “Let peace and love wash over you for the rest of your days.” And I felt that peace and love washing over her as I sang. I saw it in her eyes. Her whole body softened. Her eyes watered as she smiled at me the entire time.

Max loved Frank Sinatra, so I also sang “My Way.” Her friends turned it into “Max did it her way,” and we all felt the truth and beauty in that.

She died peacefully in her sleep the next morning.

Her friend later thanked me for helping. That moment with Maxine was the first time I truly understood this calling. Since then, I’ve been drawn to sing to people as they enter or leave these earthly vessels. I don’t fully know what this work looks like yet, but I know it’s part of my service to humanity. I’m open to the unfolding, and to the many ways this offering might take form.

If you know someone who may be nearing the end of life, or a place that would welcome this kind of support, please reach out. I would be honored to offer this sacred sound where it’s needed most.

With love,

Lisa René