Tag Archives: grief

The Memorial

Posted on September 23, 2013 by A Life After Loss

Last week we went to a memorial held by the Children’s Hospital. All of the families who had lost a child in the last year were invited. We received the invitation months ago and I anxiously anticipated the day we … Continue reading →

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A Trip

Posted on September 12, 2013 by A Life After Loss

I just got back from a business trip. I used to like these things. The subject manner is usually mind-numbing, but I love my coworkers and it used to be a chance for me to get out of the day … Continue reading →

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One of the best things about modern technology is the ability to track your entire life via photography on your camera phone. Take a tour through your iPhone’s camera roll and see everything you’ve done in the last several months, … Continue reading →

Posted on September 4, 2013 by A Life After Loss | Leave a comment

Drowning

Posted on August 28, 2013 by A Life After Loss

I am not doing well. I don’t know how else to put it. Last week I was talking about that feeling of utter horror that arrives when it arrives, and after that it decided to pay me an extended visit. … Continue reading →

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Class Photo

Posted on August 13, 2013 by A Life After Loss

This is my daughter’s 3rd year at the preschool she attends. It’s a lovely school. One of the things they do each year is ask that everyone submit a family photo to be displayed prominently in the classroom. It’s one … Continue reading →

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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