Resolutions Can Be Small and Fun
New Year resolutions for widows don’t have to be big, they can be small and simple so you can have fun going after them. A goal doesn’t have to sound painful. Why can’t it be the year of simple goals: … Read More
Merry Christmas 2018
For those of Christian faith, today please step back from all the unrealistic movies and marketing, and remember what Christmas is – it is a day to honor the birth of Jesus. I know it’s a hard day because our … Read More
Surviving the Holidays While Grieving
Holidays can be particularly hard after the death of a loved one so I’m glad you’re reading this article. I hope it provides grief insight and encouragement so you can be better prepared for the last few days before Christmas. … Read More
Holiday Tips for Widows
Today I would like to share some tips that may help us widows get through this stressful time. Enjoy your children and grandchildren. After all that’s what the holidays are suppose to be about. 2. Don’t start party drinking, because … Read More
Can You Be a Social Widow?
Widows who have a high sense of well-being, have a vibrant social network. Their number one strategy to raising their mood and combat depression is to get out with family and friends. Having said that I want you to be … Read More
Widows Donating At Christmas
Everywhere you go this season someone is asking for your donation. As a widow you have to be careful with your money. Yes, its good to give, but you don’t necessarily want to open your wallet for a charity if … Read More
A Widow’s First Christmas
If you have a friend or family member going through their first Christmas, you need to tread carefully around their emotions. If there is a get together and they hear that you invited everyone but them, they are likely to … Read More
Being Social As a Widow During The Holidays
Widows have a hard time during the holidays being social, going to parties and they often wear a mask hiding their pain. Here are a few tips to help you handle the holidays when grieving.
Family Traditions Make the Holidays For a Widow
Traditions are more important than ever, as they provide opportunities for widows to think about their family member and renew the love they have for each other. Holidays symbolize our beliefs and they serve a useful purpose. It pushes us … Read More
Holidays As A Widow
The holidays are hard and it doesn’t matter how many years have gone by without our loved ones. As a widow the holidays highlight just how lonely we are and we need to acknowledge our grief. To help with Holidays … Read More