I don’t always understand why things happen, but I have found a reason to be brave. That reason is you, my friend. I have felt strongly in the past few years since my husband passed away to write my story. Why would anyone want to do this?! It has hurt all over again and I […]
Following the loss of a loved one, there are many important tasks to manage. Here’s a checklist of urgent actions to take: •IMMEDIATE STEPS AFTER YOUR LOVED ONE PASSES AWAY• 1. Contact the local city or town office for opening and closing the grave. 2. Write and publish an obituary notice. 3. Gather information for […]
When do I take off my wedding ring? This is the question I see the most. The answer may seem simple, but there are so many dimensions to this- just like a diamond. Everyone feels differently about who should wear a wedding ring, where they should wear it and for how long. Just like grieving […]
Planning the funeral of my husband wasn’t fun- even though those are the first few letters in the word funeral. But I realized I could make it meaningful. When someone asks what they can do to help- let them help you with something special for the funeral. I have taken note of creative things to […]
After a close family member or loved one has passed away, some people feel the loved one may be sending them things or feelings to let them know they are still around. Is my loved one sending me signs from heaven? I believe they are. I […]
Planning a funeral when you are a new widow/widower is a daunting task, but you can do this! It was a very hard time in my life, ok the worst week of my life, but also the most special and spiritual. Later all I could think about was what I could have and should have […]
I have done this every year since 2017 and it’s awesome… After setting myself up for failure every year by having a LONG list of goals, I decided for 2017 that I would have one goal. Ok- make it even easier. NEW YEAR’S GOALS: Choose A WORD instead of a list of goals! It worked […]
In the absence of play, individuals, especially children, may experience various negative effects on their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Play is a crucial activity that contributes to the overall development of individuals, and its absence can lead to several consequences: 1. **Limited social and emotional development**: Play provides a platform for children to interact […]
Friends & Family: What I didn’t know until it happened to me. Friends and family might be eager to help and not realize that personal possessions are extremely meaningful at this time. How You Can Help In Their Home: Do NOT let anyone touch ANY personal space/ belongings of the one who has passed. Families […]
I remember telling my friend 10 years ago that she should come to a yoga class with me at the gym. She said, “I’m not going to sit there and say Ommm for an hour.” I would laugh and say, “That isn’t what yoga is! It’s a physical and mental exercise. It’s being in […]
Sometimes I find tips that I wish I had known years ago! They are like magic because they save so much time and money! Here are 3 of my favs: 1. Put your brown sugar in the freezer. It doesn’t take long to thaw when needed for recipes, but it doesn’t get hard like it […]
It’s common for people to ask, “How are you?” But when you are a new widow, sometimes it is hard to know what to say back. Are they really wondering- an actual interest, or is it just what people say as a greeting? Answering the question, “How are you?” … First thing is to figure […]
Choosing a Christmas gift for a new widow can be difficult because of the emotions surrounding this holiday season. Here are some thoughtful gift ideas that can provide comfort and support during this difficult time: 1. Personalized jewelry: Consider a piece of jewelry such as a necklace or bracelet that can be personalized with her […]
I was listening to Tony Robbins and he says, “Where focus goes, energy flows”. It’s true if I really think about it. So how do I change my energy so it goes where I want it? Some days I get stuck in the mundane and have a “just get through today” attitude. SO how do […]
I had one of those experiences the other day that makes you think “Where did that come from?” and, “I should have said ___ or ___!” I was at the store Pink getting my girls some gifts for their 12 days of Christmas. I was at the counter ready to check out with all of […]
