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We've talked a lot about signs and after death communication on the blog. I had a great sign from my parents on Easter Sunday. My husband and I had just parked our car after being gone all day, and as we were crossing the street to our condo, I looked up at the house we were walking by and noticed the first name on the mailbox was "Gayle." I mentioned it to my husband as that is not a common way to spell "Gayle." About 30 seconds later as we are ...
These past two weeks have been mentally draining for me. Last Tuesday, February 11th, would have been my Mom's 60th birthday, and Monday February 17th would have been my Dad's 57th birthday. Since my Dad passed in 2011, February has been a rough month.
Last week, I did not think I was that stressed about their birthdays, but by Friday my face completely broke out, I binged on a ton of sugary food (which is very unlike me) and have felt ...
I'm writing this today in loving memory of my father on the two year anniversary of his passing. I still cannot believe that it has been two years since I last heard my father's voice. It has been two years since I felt his embrace, heard his laugh, or smiled at one of his many witty comments. It has been two years since I have called my father from a sporting event just to let him know that his little girl still loves her sports. Nothing in this ...
I wanted to share a memorial tool that I’ve used several times during group grief counseling (Becky, Jessica and I have done this together as well). A memorial candle lighting ceremony with spoken verses has been especially comforting during difficult times, like the holidays, birthdays and anniversaries. We recently performed it at LOSS two weeks ago in a group setting. This was the first time that I was overcome by emotion and cried. It felt so ...
At the last LOSS monthly meeting I attended, we discussed some tips to help with grief during the holidays. I wanted to share them with you all, as I have used many of them over the past few years. I have included them below along with my comments on what has worked best for me since losing both my mom and dad.
Openly Discuss Past Traditions
Talk things over with family and friends and make changes accordingly to the wishes of those who are ...
