What Grieving Hearts Really Need is Grace
I know they mean well. I know they speak with love. That doesn’t make the words sting any lighter. The…
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I know they mean well. I know they speak with love. That doesn’t make the words sting any lighter. The…
Continue ReadingShe held the title of mother. She held the responsibility of friend, caretaker, referee, chauffeur, and all the other duties…
Continue ReadingIt was a beautiful sunny day, perfect for a cemetery visit with my mother. It was empty and calm. The…
Continue ReadingMy mother never said she loved me. This was true up until somewhere in my late 20s. This isn’t to…
Continue ReadingToday when I was scrolling through Facebook I came upon a post from someone who suddenly lost their father. I…
Continue ReadingI ate scrambled eggs for breakfast every morning for more months than I can count after my mom died. My…
Continue ReadingThe world as we know it has changed. Masks are the norm, contact is not. Businesses are closing, restaurants are…
Continue ReadingI see you with your mother. I’m jealous. I don’t want to be, but I am. Pieces of my heart…
Continue ReadingI opened my front door to find a box full of goodies at my feet: a hot meal, gifts for…
Continue ReadingSome days a daughter just needs her mom. When she has her own kids. When she’s tired and overwhelmed. When…
Continue ReadingYesterday I was at my parents’ house helping my dad out with a few things. I went into the master…
Continue ReadingTwo days ago, I finally threw away the flowers and put away the cards I received when my mom died…
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