The Normality of Death (Kid’s Edition)
I am reminded that death is a normal part of life. And even in this hard time, I hope it will help to prepare my sons for the deaths that...
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Following a Mother’s Story of her Dying Son Changed Me for Good
Even though your sweet Lincoln is gone, he is not forgotten. When I hugged my boys this week, I hugged yours as well. Lincoln's story will change the world. It...
A Year of Grieving: What I’ve Discovered
Family gatherings were especially hard because her absence was noticeably prominent. The lack of her hand-made cards on birthdays and anniversaries added to the sting and sadness of having to...
When the Entire Family Grieves Together
When my in-laws lost a nephew, Sam, to mental illness, his parents began working immediately towards ending this stigma....
Saying Goodbye: Encouraging Children To Celebrate Life
by Jodie Meurer
Our children learn a lot about life when someone dies. Allowing them to work through the funeral and grieving process along with you is healthy....
Carrying On – Life After Losing My Best Friend To Cancer
I lost my best friend to cancer nearly four years ago. When I think of her now, I still am sad that she’s no longer here, but I also find...