44 is Too Young For a Mother to Die
We sat watching the line of kids—and our daughters’ chubby little fingers—“play” the piano. My friend smiled affectionately at the group…
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To the Friend Who Just Lost a Parent: You’ll Never Get Over This, But You Will Get Through It
To the friend who just lost a parent: I see you there, sunglasses pulled down over your eyes covering the emotion that leaks from behind them. I ask…
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Dear Friend, I Will Be Here When Grief Comes Knocking
Thank you for your love and your support. I see you and it means a lot. Your efforts to help me maneuver through this new life are appreciated. I’m…
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How Cancer Taught Me To Pray
My mom was told she had breast cancer five years ago. Actually, I was told, because I answered her phone and told the nurse on the other end that I…
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