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I wish I could say I remember the last Christmas my mother was alive. I should remember. I should have committed every moment to memory because we knew she was sick and that we probably wouldn't get another holiday season.
There's nothing anyone can say to take away the pain of a person's grief, especially at the holidays. So we don't have magic words or concrete solutions to get grieving people through the holidays season--no one does--because the bottom line
Ok, I'll confess: The reason why I'm writing about remaining present during the holiday season is personal. For the last few years, I've found myself caught in the following cycle: Those of you reading this post feel all sorts of
1. Remember, the Holidays Don't Have to Be Perfect. Disavow yourself of the notion that perfection will protect you from experiencing grief and sadness this holiday season. Spoiler: It won't. No matter how tender you cook your brisket or how
We want to take a minute (really, this will only take a minute!) to remind you to hold on. Hold on... When you find yourself crying into the cookie dough or casserole or whatever sentimental recipe you're making. Hold on...
The other day I did a Google search looking for articles about spending the holidays alone. What I found was a number of articles written by people spending the holidays alone by choice and loving it. Now, there is absolutely
So, you are thinking about skipping the holidays altogether. Let me assure you: You wouldn't be the first and you won't be the last. When you're struggling with grief, the prospect of dealing with holidays can feel impossible: the
My pretty little girls living in your snow globe-sized world, what wouldn't I give to keep you wrapped in a blanket of safety and comfort forever? While you lay in your bed and worry about the monsters in your closet,
Friends, the time has come. Gather up your emotional armor and summon all your strength, for it is the holiday season. We will not be defeated. Neither an unrelenting barrage of grief triggers nor the logistical quagmires presented by holiday