Tag: grief
We Should Have Been There – Another Missed Milestone
As many will say, grief changes with time. The waves of grief come and go, but just like the ocean, they will never stop.
Dealing...
Ten Years After My Second Miscarriage, I Still Wonder
It was July 20, 2012.
The corridor was cold, my skin prickly as I walked toward the operating room, my blue cloth gown swaying, my...
Coping With the Aftermath of Violence
I closed my computer and headed downstairs after a day of seeing clients virtually. It is my usual routine. I walked passed the TV,...
The Truth About Having a Miscarriage
{Please note: this post contains sensitive and graphic content related to a miscarriage.}
I've thought about writing this post for a long time. I've started...
Dear Dad, I Miss You
Dear Dad, The other day I reached out to the vet to ask her opinion on one of my dogs, and after providing some...
Upon the Loss of My Grandmother
There are so many things that make getting older better.
You have grown up, learned what is important in life, and are confident about living...
Explaining Death to Toddlers
Like everyone, this year has been full of trials and tribulations, but I never imagined explaining death to my toddlers.
Besides explaining to my children...
Grief, Kids, and “The Dash”
My uncle died. Well, two of my uncles died this year (thanks for nothing 2020), 9 weeks between each other, but due to COVID-19,...
Thanks for the Memories Facebook
Every September 1st, since 2015, I know Facebook will share a certain memory. It is the last picture of my son and me together....
The Friendships Beyond Your Village
As a mom, I often think about my “village” – amazing family and friends who not only help and support me but make my...