Monthly Archives: July 2013

Safe Travels

Posted on July 30, 2013 by A Life After Loss

This past weekend we flew to Vancouver, BC to visit relatives. I had never been there before and it had been a few months since we went anywhere, so off we went. Traveling is not easy for me these days. … Continue reading →

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The Pendulum

Posted on July 24, 2013 by A Life After Loss

Last week I had several pretty good days. Some friends came into town that I hadn’t seen in a few years. It’s therapeutic for me, and for anyone I think, to spend time with people who have known you forever. … Continue reading →

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Gifts

Posted on July 15, 2013 by A Life After Loss

Last week I received a beautiful pair of handmade earrings in the mail. They were made using Swarovski crystals and my son’s birthstone. I can’t wait to wear them because it’s something I can have on me that will always … Continue reading →

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Proof of What?

Posted on July 8, 2013 by A Life After Loss

I sat in my therapist’s office several weeks ago talking about how so many parents of deceased children seem so sure that they will be reunited with their child in the afterlife.  The belief is so prevalent in these circles … Continue reading →

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This morning I got on the elevator at work. A coworker I don’t know very well came in after me. She’s in another department and I really don’t know who does and doesn’t know about my situation, so I tend … Continue reading →

Posted on July 1, 2013 by A Life After Loss | 5 Comments