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How Do You Mourn An Ex-Spouse?

Posted on August 9, 2007 - by admin

My first wife died several weeks ago. We were married almost thirty years, we have four kids and four grandsons, and we were divorced four years ago.? Donna was sick for many years, and her body finally gave out. As sad as it was, it was also a relief. As I am fond of saying, The Angel of Death is not always an enemy, and in this case it was true. But as difficult as the last years might have been between us, her death created new and wrenching dilemmas for me and the kids.

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My Boyfriend Was Killed 5 Days Ago

Posted on August 5, 2007 - by admin

My boyfriend was killed 5 days ago and I feel like I died with him. I am not sure how to deal with it and I feel like noone really understands what I?m going through. I just want to thank the person that created this website and say that I am sure that I will spend alot of time here. Nikki

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The Pain of Losing My Mother

Posted on August 3, 2007 - by admin

I lost my precious Mother in April, 2007. She was 94 and had lived with me for over 20 years. She had slight dementia, but was healthy and active. I had gone to run some errands, she was sitting on her bed and had either a stroke or heart attack and I didn?t get back before she died. I miss her so much, we were always so close. I don?t think I will ever get over the pain. Luann

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Remember Flight 175

Posted on August 1, 2007 - by admin

Dear Listeners, The following are e-mail correspondence we have had with Dawn regarding the death of her nephew, and friend on flight 175 on Sept. 11th.? We will be discussing these and other e-mails on Thursdays show with Dr. Paul Greene.? Please listen in and give us a call.? Dr. Heidi and Gloria Dear Dawn: I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother, nephew, and friend on flight 175.? That is a lot of loss to go through at once.? I also had a brother that died, and know what a horrific loss a sibling death […]

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Participants Needed

Posted on August 1, 2007 - by admin

Dissertation Research Study Examining Peoples? Relationships With Their Dogs After The Death Of A Loved One ? As dogs increasingly have been identified as members of families and household composition has changed, their roles in the family have become more valued. This study aims to examine the owner?s relationship with his or her dog after the death of a loved one. ? We are seeking individuals between the ages of 25 and 60 who lost a loved one to death in the past two years while owning a dog. You will be asked to fill out three surveys that will […]

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A Widow Shares

Posted on July 30, 2007 - by Abel Keogh

I am a 32yr old Widow. I was almost 28 at the time of my husbands death due to a tragic car accident and just into my third month of marriage. This September would be a celebration of our 5yr wedding anniversary. Although, it is only July, I am having bitter-sweet memories & tear as that was the happiest day of my life. I was told by a friend last week that I basically shouldn’ be crying anymore! What??? The tears/sadness aren’t like they used to be, my pain is less often than the one year, two year, etc. I […]

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A Widow Shares

Posted on July 30, 2007 - by admin

I am a 32yr old Widow. I was almost 28 at the time of my husbands death due to a tragic car accident and just into my third month of marriage. This September would be a celebration of our 5yr wedding anniversary. Although, it is only July?I am having bitter-sweet memories & tear as that was the happiest day of my life. I was told by a friend last week that I basically shouldn?t be crying anymore! What??? The tears/sadness aren?t like they used to be, my pain is less often than the one year, two year, etc. I am […]

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TCF National Conference Ends on High Note

Posted on July 28, 2007 - by admin

Exceptional speakers and the Walk to Remember highlighted The Compassionate Friends 30th National Conference in Oklahoma City last weekend. The conference itself drew more than 1,100 bereaved parents, siblings, grandparents, and family members, as well as professionals intent on learning more about how to help bereaved family members following the death of a child. For a comprehensive look at what made the 30th TCF National Conference special, be sure to read the Fall issue of We Need Not Walk Alone, TCF’s national magazine. The Fall issue will also include a special interview with TCF Founder Simon Stephens. To receive the […]

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Thank You for the Workshops

Posted on July 28, 2007 - by admin

Dear Dr.?s Gloria and Heidi- I really enjoyed meeting the both of you at the conference. I attended one of your workshops, Dr. Gloria and both my husband and I got alot out of it. I found the session to be very powerful and helpful on many levels in dealing with our grief. I just wanted to thank you both for the time you give to help all of us bereaved parents.The sibling presentation at the end of the program was very moving. Thanks again, Kim Hodne

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A Father’s Grief by David Pellegrin

Posted on July 28, 2007 - by Abel Keogh

A Father’s Grief By David Pellegrin Honolulu, Hawaii At my second meeting of The Compassionate Friends about three years ago, one of the mothers said how nice it was to see a man attending, since “men grieve differently from women.” Her remark was no doubt meant to help put me at ease. I hadn’t said a thing so far, and might have been intimidating in my silence. But it caught me off guard. What I was feeling after George’s death was so absolute, so awful, how could it possibly come with any “differences”? Would one grieve differently for an infant […]

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