Jul 15, 20205 minThe Unexplained Death of a Child: Our Brain is Doing the Best It Canwithin seconds of learning of their child’s death, the parents’ brain has requested—no demanded--- to begin to know why? Why? WHY?
Jul 14, 20205 minLet’s Do a Quick Memorial Service and Get Some ClosureDeath is final. You know this. A funeral is a final tribute to a life lived. It is the gift of support for the family—your family.
Jul 14, 20203 minI Didn’t Want to Mention His SonHe came up to me and matter-of-factly stated, “Just so you know, my son died last Saturday.”
Jul 14, 20205 minWhen Tom Left, I CriedAs I stood there sobbing, I found myself wondering why I was taking this so hard.
Jul 14, 20202 minStuffing Stuffed Animals Eases GriefOur grief had eased just a bit because Dad had left us with yet another wonderful memory. Thanks, Dad.
Jul 14, 20204 minShould I Keep My Changing Grief a Secret?(An article for long-term bereaved parents)Try not to be so hard on yourself and decide whether or not you wish to share with others where you are in your grief.
Jul 14, 20204 minProxy Grief--Feeling the Grief of Those We LoveI can make you a promise: Even though it doesn’t seem like it now, it will get better.
Jul 14, 20204 minKeeping Memories Fresh Despite the Passage of TimeOf course, focusing exclusively on the past and ignoring the present is not healthy. . . memories are all you have. Why not use them?