Because I was out of town for several weekends, I missed several Sunday church services. When I returned to church, I saw a friend of mine. She had lost so […]
Open to Hope
Writing to a Friend in Hospice
Sunday, December 30, 2012
Open to Hope
A Forever Decision, Part 10
Friday, December 28, 2012
Uncle Steve went home. He’s back in his home after six weeks – one week in the hospital and five weeks in the rehabilitation center trying to strengthen his limbs […]
Open to Hope
Your Light in the Darkness of Winter and Grief
Thursday, December 27, 2012
During the darkest time of the year many string lights on Christmas trees, light menorah candles, and decorate outdoor trees with lights. But if you’re grieving, you may not pay […]
Death of a Spouse
Wedding Rings and Worldly Things
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
After I was widowed, I became part of a group of men and women who had each also suffered the loss of a spouse. We often got together and discussed […]
Death of a Child, Open to Hope, Special Topics
The End of the Innocence: Honoring the Sandy Hook Families
Living With Ambiguity The older I get, the more that I realize how quickly and drastically life can change. There are some events that defy logic, and despite our best […]
Children & Teens, Death of a Sibling
Little Blue Box — By Savannah Daly
Tuesday, December 25, 2012
“I love your shoes, Mommy!” I shout excitedly while wobbling toward her wearing her black heels. “Thanks Nannah!” My mom says happily, gently pulling more shoes out of her messy […]
Death of a Spouse
Smile at Yourself This Holiday Season
Sunday, December 23, 2012
This time of year is impossible to get through without thinking about Mark. Winter just seems like it is supposed to be a time to be together with loved ones. […]
Children & Teens
After Sandy Hook: Talking to Young Children about Grief
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
The parents of Sandy Hook school children are reeling in shock, yet they must explain death to young children. Talking with kindergarten, first and second graders is a real challenge […]
Children & Teens
America Mourns Together and Heals Together
Monday, December 17, 2012
America is again shaken by the senseless deaths of loved ones in the wake of the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre that resulted in the murder of 26 adults and […]
Open to Hope
Sandy Hook: As Senseless as it Gets
Sunday, December 16, 2012
The Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting is about as senseless as senseless can get. After killing his mother at home, the murderer travels to the school to deliberately target the […]
