Echoes of Love: A Candle for Her Memory
This will be my first birthday without my mother. The woman who gave me life, who held my tiny hand and taught me what love is, won’t be here to celebrate the day she brought me into this world. How can I celebrate being alive for one more year when the very person who gave…
Sitting With Grief: A Christmas Eve Reflection
It’s Christmas Eve, and I’m sitting in my home alone. The silence feels heavier today, more oppressive, as if the weight of my grief has decided this is the day to settle in. There’s no family gathering to look forward to, no children running around, no partner to exchange a knowing smile with. It’s just…
The Weight of Missing Her: Grief at Christmas
When my mother passed, my first instinct was to focus on her. Was she at peace? Was she okay? It felt like my heart and mind were preoccupied with making sure she was safe, even though I knew I couldn’t do anything about it. I poured my energy into honoring her, almost as if my…
Mother’s Gift of Faith
I’ve been thinking a lot about the gifts you gave me—not the ones wrapped in paper and ribbons, but the ones you wove into the fabric of my life. Among the most beautiful was the way you introduced me to God, heaven, and the mysteries of the universe.
The Eternal Nature of Life: A Journey Beyond Loss and Separation
Have you ever felt that life is more than what meets the eye? That there’s a connection between all things, beyond the boundaries of time and space? This is the story of my journey to understanding the eternal nature of life—a realization born from profound loss and the unshakable feeling that nothing truly dies. It’s…
Did They Know How Much I Loved Them?
It’s a question that haunts so many of us after loss: Did they know how much I loved them? It lingers in the quiet moments, slipping into the stillness like an uninvited guest. For those of us left behind, it’s a thought that can spiral—pulling us into a vortex of memories, missed opportunities, and silent…
What Would They Want Me to Do Now?
Discover compassionate guidance on navigating grief in the wake of loss. This heartfelt article explores the question, “What would they want me to do now?” offering insights on honoring loved ones, finding healing, and embracing life with their memory as your guide. A comforting read for anyone seeking solace and direction.
What Their Death Means for the Rest of My Life
Losing someone we love feels like a piece of our soul gets ripped away. The emptiness they leave behind echoes in ways words can barely capture. But as painful as it is, the truth stands unwavering: it’s better to have loved and lost than to never have loved at all. Here’s why their love—and even…
Could I Have Done More? A Holistic Reflection on Loss
Grief often leads us to wonder if we could have done more when a loved one passes away, resulting in guilt and self-reproach. It’s essential to recognize our influence is limited and to find value in everyday moments of care. Ultimately, honoring their memory involves living intentionally and embracing connection, gratitude, and kindness.
Do We Create Our Afterlife with Belief?
I had a dream about my mother, and when I woke up, I felt a mix of awe and comfort. It wasn’t just a dream—it was vivid, like she was truly there, standing before me, her presence wrapped in peace. As I shared this with my father, I found myself saying something I had been…