What Will Your Legacy Be?
When I come across some snippet of information that interests me I copy or cut it out and stick it in a folder where it resides – a reminder of something that I might want to remember in the future. … Read More
Acceptance
Acceptance is easier said than done but it is a necessary part of our grief journey. Part of the journey is making wise decisions about how you’re going to live and what you are going to believe about yourself. Acceptance … Read More
Poem – The Oak Tree
This poem was given to me from one of the widows in our group. It’s called “The Oak Tree” by Johnny Ray Ryder Jr. The Oak Tree A mighty wind blew night and day. It stole the Oak Tree’s leaves … Read More
Are You Settling for Less?
Think about this – Are You Settling for less than what you really want in life? It’s a common saying that “You get what you tolerate in life”. If you tolerate less than you want from your relationships, physical well-being, … Read More
I Used To Worry
I don’t worry like I use to and I think it’s because once I was touched by grief I realized nothing is worth worrying about. After all death is the worst and it’s come and gone out of my life … Read More
Schedule Some “ME” Time
Schedule some ME time today! What are you doing for “YOU” today? Do something that you love and rarely have time for, something that will rejuvenate your soul. I hope you will be able to find at least one thing … Read More
Make The Most of Your Time
Questions have the power to instantly change your focus. These simple questions will immediately direct your attention and your thinking toward your top priorities. Just ask yourself these questions throughout the day to start making better use of your time. … Read More
Trust – It doesn’t come easy!
You may have a painful love wound resulting from the ending of the love relationship with your spouse and this love wound may prevent you from loving again. It’s hard to trust and get into another relationship where you may end … Read More
Do You Postpone Decisions?
It is often easier to postpone making a decision than to make a decision that you are not sure of. You can feel overwhelmed after your spouse dies and fear making a decision you will regret. Take three pages and … Read More
Lighting Of The Memorial Christmas Tree
I went to the Christmas Memorial Service at Brenan’s Funeral Home tonight. It was the first time I went and I just felt that I needed to be there. The joyous holiday season can be somewhat of a struggle when … Read More