What is bereavement?
When looking at traumatic events and the concept of emotions surrounding the events, there is often a discussion about the difference between grief and bereavement. While these terms are frequently…
Transforming Grief into Purpose
If you've been following our blog for a while, you know that we believe in the power of shared experience. While we know that grief is deeply personal, we also…
What is grief?
Grief is something we often struggle with as widows, so let’s spend some time with the word and think about what it means. As you are reading, please remember that…
Navigating Life’s New Chapter in 2025
New Year’s resolutions. Ugh. Sometimes, just getting through each day can be daunting when grieving. Just surviving seems like enough. Enter the new year with everyone calling for fresh starts,…
Holiday planning and our wishes for you
The holidays can be a delicate balancing act for widows and widowers. Well-meaning family and friends often have said or unsaid requests and expectations. In addition, there is the expectation…
Genuine Grief & Celebrations
Throughout the holidays, people often expect us to be joyful, merry, happy, grateful, and all the other positive emotions usually involved in a celebration or a season of merriment. When…
Being Thankful Even When …
This year, Thanksgiving just happens to fall on the same day as the anniversary of Bob’s (her late husband) death. For Jeni, it will be seventeen years since the day…
Silent Heroes Among Us: Recognizing Our Veterans
Today, we will take a moment and pause to express our gratitude to the men and women who have served our country. These men and women have given everything in…
Your Grief is Genuine – Being Happy is OK
When grieving, it’s not uncommon to feel guilt if we’re enjoying a moment, happy, or making fun plans. That’s normal, and it is more than OK to be happy and…