Birth After Loss Brings Both Joy and Sadness
Sadness. That’s what I felt the moment they placed her in my arms. And then—before my arms even tightened around…
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Sadness. That’s what I felt the moment they placed her in my arms. And then—before my arms even tightened around…
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Continue ReadingThe second time I flushed the remnants of my lost child like a goldfish funeral, the ache in my gut…
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Continue ReadingI cried over a broken teacup today. The kitchen was loud and my patience was worn down from giving reminder…
Continue ReadingTo my Poppy, Even though we never met I can clearly picture you. I can see my dimples in your…
Continue ReadingI have an affection for clocks. The oversized square clock acts as a divider between my kitchen and family room.…
Continue ReadingIt was a bright, wintery Saturday. The three of us were crossing the Walmart parking lot and dodging stray carts.…
Continue ReadingIf you want to go out with friends, that’s OK. If you want to stay in and hide from the…
Continue ReadingI will always remember the way it felt walking into my nana's house the first time after she died. I…
Continue ReadingGrief can cloud your vision when you least expect it. And toddlers can teach you lessons when you need them…
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