Holiday grief 2 min read Remembering Loved Ones on the Fourth of July For many families, the Fourth of July is filled with traditions – backyard barbecues, fireworks, laughter, and time spent together. But grief has a way of showing up on holidays....
Grief experience 5 min read How to Honor a Deceased Loved One on Their Birthday or Death Anniversary: 12 Meaningful Ideas What is a person supposed to do on your deceased loved one’s birthday and anniversary of their death? It varies, as much as the people themselves do. The correct answer,...
Grief experience 12 min read Mother’s Day Hits Different Every Year Feeling called to write about grief and gratitude on this Mother’s Day. Wishing everyone a day of feeling whatever you need to feel around your mom or motherhood or both.Losing...
Holiday grief 5 min read Another Year Without You: The Unique Ache of the Anniversaries Each anniversary of a loved one’s passing feels different. It carries with it its own personal ache and longing. Some are more raw as the pain floods in from every...
Grief support 2 min read Grief and Red Roses A story about Grief and love on Valentine’s Day. When Love Becomes Remembrance We had a family friend who owned a flower shop, and because the winter was typically a...
Grief experience 9 min read Grief during the holidays: ‘Tis the Season to Be Sad, Confused, Exhausted and Angry – Oops – I Mean Jolly Grief during the holidays can make every tradition feel heavy and every gathering bittersweet. This is my story. Riding the Rollercoaster of the Holiday Season Welcome once again to the...
Coping with grief 6 min read When the World Expects Joy: Navigating the Holidays While Grieving Navigating the holidays while grieving can feel impossible. Traditions, lights, and laughter can all remind you of the person you’ve lost, making joy feel out of reach. The holiday season...
Holiday grief 6 min read Navigating Holiday Grief: Finding Gentleness in the Empty Seat Navigating grief holiday can feel overwhelming. Traditions, gatherings, and celebrations that once brought joy may now highlight absence and loss. Finding gentle ways to honor your feelings, create small personal...
Coping with grief 5 min read Surviving Valentine’s Day Grief After Your Spouse Dies If the thought of Valentine’s Day fills you with sadness or anxiety once your spouse is gone, survive the romantic holiday using these five suggestions.
Coping with grief 5 min read 7 Suggestions for Coping with Valentine’s Day Grief Valentine’s Day grief is a very real experience for many people who have lost a significant other, but these healthy coping mechanisms may help.
