We often express bewilderment at the lack of understanding from friends and families. Time and time again I hear this refrain: … but they don’t understand. Perhaps as time goes by your relationship with old friends will change to suit … Read More
I have created a new Facebook page for the women in New Brunswick, Canada that have lost a loved one. "Chick's Night Out – New Brunswick" is a closed site where widows can share their feelings and get encouragement and support … Read More
You have lost a loved one and now you want to grieve and heal in a healthy way. One day you think you have a handle on it and the next day you don’t want to get out of bed. … Read More
SUNDAY MARCH 8th – INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY What will you be doing to mark the day? When we lose a loved one we lose a part of ourselves. It takes great effort to get back on our feet as we grieve and heal. … Read More
I’m having another “Change Your Thoughts – Change Your Life” workshop on Saturday, March 28th 2015. We need to recognize that we can’t control the past but that we can control our future. Don’t drift along with no goals or plans for your … Read More
Christmas Holidays are hard when you don’t have your loved one. Death and grief are not part of the holidays and we often feel out of place at get togethers. This week I was with the “Chicks Night Out” group … Read More
Why is that when we suffer a significant loss others are quick to express an opinion on how long we should grieve? To grieve is normal – there will be anger, hurt, guilt, emptiness, sadness, helplessness and loneliness. An abnormal … Read More
Widows often ask me, “Do support groups work?” or “Will a support group help my grief?” The answer is “Yes” – regardless of your background, age or circumstances, widows who joined a support group were able to heal faster. They … Read More
What a fun night at “Chick’s Night Out” and the potluck meal was a great change from my own cooking! Here are our plans for the Summer: June get together – is “makeup night” so bring your own makeup. July … Read More
I’m passing on this message I got from Lindsay Priester about the Widows Peak Retreat at the Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone: I’m writing to let you know about Widows Peak, a weekend retreat specially designed for anyone who … Read More