When Springtime is a Reminder of Loss and Death
I Dread This Time of Year My husband's death anniversary comes at the end of April. Just at that point in springtime when the rain is slowing down after coaxing the little flowers to grow. The buds on the trees are sprouting. The birds are chirping like crazy. The new spring smell permeates the air, …
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5 Life-Changing Ways to Find Yourself After Losing Your Spouse (even if you’re not in counseling)
After some research, I’ve been able to consolidate the wealth of feedback I received into several common threads. Though they are compartment
3 Empowering Mind Shifts To Conquer Grief and Reclaim Your Life
After some research, I’ve been able to consolidate the wealth of feedback I received into several common threads. Though they are compartment
How Widowhood Prepared Me For A Fearless Post-Pandemic World
Widowhood and the Post-Pandemic World. Two words that you wouldn't think have anything in common. On the contrary, living as a widow helped me understand how live fearlessly in a post-pandemic world. Here's how widowhood prepared me for a fearless post-pandemic world. Tell your kids the truth Living in a world rocked by tragedy can …
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10 Common Male Grief Patterns
After some research, I’ve been able to consolidate the wealth of feedback I received into several common threads. Though they are compartment
13 Signs Of A Romance Scammer
I'd like to believe that I'm Internet savvy, but a recent personal experience needed me to tell you that as a widow you need to beware of romance scams. From doing some research, I've learned that they are hitting hard and heavy, targeting widows and widowers, and it's vital to know their tactics because these …
Happy Birthday to My Dear Dead Husband
There are certain milestones that a griever has to go through on their journey. The first year is the hardest because you hit all of these milestones for the first time. Some come around in their time as the following years travel their cycle. In my opinion, the birthday of a beloved deceased is one …
Why My Kids’ Mental Health Mandates Going Back To School During Covid
I've been honored to write a guest post for a wonderful website called MindSpeaks. They reached out asking for a piece on mental health - I decided to take the current situation at hand: my kids' mental health during covid. This post is where I talk about the pro's and con's of sending your child …
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