livingwithloss
There are lots of reasons a person might not feel “merry” during the holiday season. One in particular hangs over my heart: grief. As you hustle and bustle through the next week, consider that someone around you might be in a deep pit of grief, unable to climb out on her own. Grieving through Christmas … Read more
Every year as the holidays roll around, grief gains intensity and frequency. If you’re grieving a loved one, you’ve already noticed this uptick in your sadness. After going through 17 years without our son, I’ve learned a few things about surviving sorrow through the holidays. This holiday season, I’ll share some survival steps and some … Read more
The holidays are here again, and while some are celebrating, others are desperate for just a glimpse of a loved one. As we gathered at my in-laws’ home for Thanksgiving this year, I was keenly aware of our loss. The deep ache of losing our 3-year-old (almost 10 years ago) has not healed with time. … Read more