Tag Archives: bereavement

It’s Never Enough: Cherishing Each Married Moment

What a week. My husband called his grandmother this past Sunday night to say hello. She informed him Helen’s husband, Vernon, had passed away and the funeral would be Tuesday. Helen is a very dear woman who’s one of Grandma’s cousins. She’s one of those always smiling, upbeat sorts who showers warmth and kindness on everyone she comes into contact with. Since she’s also older, closer to Wayne’s grandma’s age (mid-80s), I was under the impression she and Vernon had been married decades. Well, technically they had, 20 years, but I thought it was closer to 60+ like Grandma and … Continue reading →

What not to say to people in distress (2)

As we discussed in What not to say to people in distress (1), some people do more harm than good when talking to the sad and bereaved. Don’t be one of them! Although it’s not easy to spend time with a person who is broken-hearted or chronically ill, we can certainly learn to make a huge difference in the lives of our grieving friends and family if we just face up to our own fears and speak from the heart. 1. Death of a child The death of a beloved child may come suddenly or after a long illness. Either … Continue reading →

How Soon Is Too Soon?

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Miko wasn’t my first dog, but he was the first dog that was truly Mine. He passed away in his sleep in September 2003, and I was devastated. After having him as my constant companion for nearly four years, I was afraid to be in my apartment alone. Without Miko. Three days later, I went to the local shelter, the Rutland County Humane Society in Pittsford, Vermont. I looked at the dogs there, took a few out into the yard to meet and greet, and left. Halfway back to my apartment, I turned around and went back for Lally. Bringing … Continue reading →