Kathleen Sullivan, Author at Her View From Home

Grief, Loss, Motherhood
January 24, 2022
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By Kathleen Sullivan

It’s Hard To Let Go of Fear After Loss

How could I have let this happen? The bus was scheduled to arrive two minutes ago. Where was he? It…

Life is Always a Little Lonely Without My Parents

Grief, Grown Children
December 11, 2021
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By Kathleen Sullivan

Life is Always a Little Lonely Without My Parents

It was the perfect summer evening in Cape Cod. We were on vacation and dining al fresco. A cool breeze…

They’re Gone But Not Forgotten, Especially During the Holidays

Grief, Loss
December 1, 2021
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By Kathleen Sullivan

They’re Gone But Not Forgotten, Especially During the Holidays

I gasped a little when I first saw it. I felt guilty for even forgetting it was there. I was…

Give Yourself Permission To Fall Apart Sometimes

Motherhood
February 19, 2021
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By Kathleen Sullivan

Give Yourself Permission To Fall Apart Sometimes

To this day, the memory continues to haunt me. The year was 2014, and I was home alone with my…

We’re Failing Grieving Moms and Dads—Here’s How To Support Them Better

Grief, Loss, Motherhood
February 10, 2021
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By Kathleen Sullivan

We’re Failing Grieving Moms and Dads—Here’s How To Support Them Better

What was supposed to be a beautiful bonding moment between mother and daughter turned sour mere seconds upon the doctor’s…

Our Child in Heaven is Still Part of Our Family

Grief, Loss, Motherhood
January 19, 2021
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By Kathleen Sullivan

Our Child in Heaven is Still Part of Our Family

As soon as we drove through the gates, I couldn’t help but immediately notice all the changes that had been…

Kids, Motherhood
January 13, 2021
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By Kathleen Sullivan

Raising a Perfectionist Requires Grace

It didn’t take a psychic to predict what was about to unfold before me. My 8-year-old son had just struck…

Living, Motherhood
December 22, 2020
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By Kathleen Sullivan

Dear Mom With Social Anxiety: I See You

“Good game. Fun day,” I repeated to myself as I walked in the door. We had just returned from my…

When Your Parents Are Gone, Part of You Always Aches

Grief
March 29, 2019
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By Kathleen Sullivan

When Your Parents Are Gone, Part of You Always Aches

It was the perfect summer evening in Cape Cod, Massachusetts. We were dining al fresco. A cool wind was blowing…

Motherhood
March 8, 2019
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By Kathleen Sullivan

I’m Not a Lazy Mom—I Have Anxiety

As I lie in bed, there are tears in my eyes. To be honest, I’m not completely sure if they…

Dear Kids, I Love You—But Leave Me Alone

Kids, Motherhood
January 23, 2019
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By Kathleen Sullivan

Dear Kids, I Love You—But Leave Me Alone

To my dearest children, As I am sure you must be aware, my love for you both is greater than…

Dear Teacher, About My Introverted Child…

Child, Kids
December 12, 2018
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By Kathleen Sullivan

Dear Teacher, About My Introverted Child…

To my child's teacher, As the year is just zipping by, I wanted to make sure I got my thank…