A Place for Remembrance at Xabatin Park
The Lake County Chamber of Commerce invites the community to a special ribbon-cutting celebrating the installation of a Wind Phone at Xabatin Park on October 5 at 5:30 p.m.
The Wind Phone is the work of Janice Hornby, a certified End-of-Life Doula who wanted to create a peaceful place for anyone grieving or missing someone they love. A Wind Phone is a disconnected telephone that allows visitors to speak the words they wish they could still share, with the idea that the wind will carry those messages to their loved ones.
The idea originated in Japan, where the first Wind Phone became a source of comfort following the devastating 2011 tsunami. Since then, Wind Phones have appeared in communities around the world, offering people a personal way to remember those they have lost.
“I am deeply honored to bring a Wind Phone to Xabatin Park for our community.
Bringing the Wind Phone to Xabatin Park has been an incredible journey. I have been truly blessed by the many amazing people, local businesses, and community members who have shared not only their time, talents, generosity, and support to help make this happen, but they have also shared their grief story with me,” shared Janice Hornby.
Bringing the Wind Phone to Xabatin Park has been a community effort, with local businesses and residents contributing their support to help Janice’s vision take shape. Along the way, many have also shared their own experiences with grief, adding even more meaning to the project.
After the ribbon-cutting, guests are invited to join a grief walk around the block and contribute to a community mosaic project. The event is free, and everyone is welcome to join this meaningful evening with the Lake County community.
