Dysfunctional Holidays
I have a surprise for you – we are all dysfunctional in one way or another and if we accept this with a sense of humor we may just survive our dysfunctional holidays with our sanity intact. For many people, … Read More
Acknowledge Your Loss
It’s important that you acknowledge your loss. Though it’s easier to talk about almost anything than the dead, the dead are what mourners most need to talk about – especially jurying this festive season. Therefore please do not shy away … Read More
Gift Giving
Gift giving is the last thing on your mind when grieving, but your children and grandchildren will expect Christmas gift giving to continue, as it has in the past. Our energy is low when grieving and joyful gift shopping is … Read More
Time for Yourself
Is it hard to find time for yourself? For some widows they have way too much time for themselves, but for others the holidays mean doing the work of two, but all on your own. For those widows this article … Read More
Face The Holidays
“I can’t face the holidays!” is something I begin to hear from bereaved people as the holiday season approaches. During the coming weeks the music and decorations will be a painful reminder of Christmas without your loved one. Every year … Read More
A Widow’s Christmas Memories
The closer I get to Christmas Day, I find myself thinking about all the people I’ve lost over the years. In their memory, I decorate with the ornaments and beautiful gifts from my past. I only wish they were here … Read More
Holidays As A Widow
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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
The Start of the Holiday Season
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Well, it’s that time of year again, when holidays are starting and everyone is talking about being thankful and grateful. The holiday season starts with Thanksgiving Day and goes through till New Year’s Day. Being thankful is a positive way … Read More
Family Get Togethers
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With the holiday season, comes the family get-togethers with different generations and values. Depending on which generation hosts the family get-togethers, it can be stressful dealing with different personalities, lifestyles and ages. This is especially true if they are staying … Read More
Honoring Our Loved Ones
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Holidays can be used to honor our loved ones. Light a candle, tell favorite stories or share meaningful pictures. You may want to make a decoration, plant a tree or pick your own unique way to honor them. It’s also … Read More