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Victim of a Violent Crime?
Created by Diana Young Jan 14, 2009 at 8:42am. Last updated by Diana Young Jan 14.
What is a grief counselor?
What is a grief counselor?
A grief counselor is one who is very knowledgeable in the area of "normal grief." This practitioner is well-versed in the normal grief reaction and process that occurs to many types of losses, suc
… ContinueCreated by Diana Young Apr 14, 2008 at 10:30pm. Last updated by Diana Young Jan 14.
The Grief blog - Drs. Gloria and Heidi Horsley
I am in the grieving process as well
From Carol - I am in the grieving process as well. I lost my best friend of 38 years. He was a gentle kind and very responsible man up until he got ill from diabetes which lead to depression and suicide. I am still in love with him even though he felt the need to [...]Independence Day
This week we celebrate Independence Day. For some of you the day is bittersweet because it brings up painful memories of wonderful times with your loved ones who are now gone. For some of you it brings memories of those you have lost in wars as they defended our freedom and the freedom of people [...]Please know that others are out there
From blondie - Dear Judy Your post made me cry. Something I hadn’t been able to do until now. I hear you, I feel for you. Please know that others are out there. I am one of them. My ex husband died a month ago of lung cancer at age 46. We were just divorced in January. It was [...]All we can do is love
From maria housden - sometimes the path is chosen for us, and all we can do is love. thank you for sharing the bittersweet joy of this story. From Between laughter and tears Tags: grief and grieving Related posts ZACHARY OWEN WARD 4/21/76 – 5/25/03 (0) You’ve Got a Friend - The Secret to Recovering From Grief (1) You [...]Poetry Contest Entry - As If
By Kristen Spexarth - Somewhere along a lifetime most are broken but we pretend we are not taking up armor and masks as if so doing we could fool the rest as if a state of brokenness was something to be ashamed of. Contorted behind a smiling and daily polished patina we bend ourselves into pretzels for fear a glimmer, warm and needing, might shine through [...]"Along the Road"
She chattered all the way.
But left me none the wiser
For all she had to say.
I walked a mile with Sorrow
And ne'er a word said she;
But oh, the things
I learned from her
When Sorrow
walked with me!
-Robert Browning
Grief, Loss & Transition - Kirsti A. Dyer, MD, MS
Rest in Peace - June's Deaths
People often believe when a celebrity dies, they go in three's. This isn't the case for the month of June.There must be something in the air or the planets must be in the wrong alignment during the month of June. In the span of a couple of weeks we have lost more than just a few celebrities. Ed McMahon, Farrah Fawcett, Michael Jackson, Billy Mays and early in the month David Carradine.
Hopefully the trend won't be continuing into July. Yesterday we saw the death of Karl Malden.
Some of these deaths were more anticipated--Ed McMahon and Karl Malden both advanced ages, Farrah Fawcett battling cancer--some of these deaths were sudden, accidental and unexpected--Michael Jackson and Billy Mays both only 50 years old.
I found this image from Mary Ann Hernandez this morning and the photo was such a good visual and a healing visual in some ways. It helped put all of these deaths into some perspective.
The other song that has been going through my head this week after hearing the death of Michael Jackson is the Righteous Brothers, Rock and Roll Heaven.If there's a rock and roll heaven,Thoughts and condolences to all of the families, friends and fans of those who have died this June.
Well you know they've got a hell of a band.
More:
Dyer KA. 2009. Twitter to Announce Deaths, Send Sympathies and Condolences. Squidoo.
Dyer KA. 2009. June 25, 2009. A “Where were you when…” Day. Grief, Loss and Bereavement Edublog.
Image Source: Mary Ann Hernandez. R.I.P. Creative Commons. Some Rights Reserved.
Strength in Adversity - Quote from Grey's Anatomy
Another inspiring quote came from Grey's Anatomy Season 5's Episode 19. The quote is part of the speech that Derek gives to Meredith in their unorthodox "proposal."
This quote from Derek focuses on being strong in the face of adversity.You sayI managed to find the perfect dark and twisty image to accompany the quote.
you’re all dark and twisty,
it’s not a flaw,
it’s a strength.
It makes you who you are.
Image Source: Lynne Lancaster. Black Sun, Dead Tree. Royalty Free Use.
Surviving a Crisis - Quote from Grey's Anatomy
This quote came from Grey's Anatomy Season 5's Episode 19. It is probably one of my favorite quotes on surviving a crisis.The quote is part of what Derek tells Meredith when giving her reasons why he wanted to spend the rest of his life with her.
If there is a crisis you don't freeze, you move forward.This quote really hit home for me as it would for anyone who has survived a major loss. It is a beautiful testament to survivors. "You get the rest of us to move forward, because you've seen worse."
You get the rest of us to move forward, because you've seen worse.
You've survived worse and you know--we'll survive too.
I loved the quote so much that I went back to listen to the episode so I could write it down and then had it put on a mug for myself.I can't help but think how many times in the past this would have inspired me to keep moving forward. Now I can keep it on my desk as a reminder to keep going.
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SOMETIMES I THINK NO ONE KNOWS
Posted by Gina Stroup on July 5, 2009 at 5:48pm
After Death Communication
©1995; by Bill Guggenheim & Judy Guggenheim
co-authors of Hello From Heaven! published by Bantam Books
Have you been contacted by a loved one who has died? After-death communication (ADC) is probably as old as mankind, but ours is the first complete research study of this field. These spiritual experiences are extremely common, and in many other parts of the world they… Continue
Posted by Diana Young on July 2, 2009 at 11:27am — 6 Comments
Healing can be difficult
Posted by Katie Grace on June 29, 2009 at 1:08am
I have had a terrible year!!
Posted by Debbie Lindley on June 26, 2009 at 7:40am — 2 Comments
I am new here.. My Introduction!
Anyways, I am an artist/evangelist based out of Northern California...my music style is a blend of urban praise/hip-hop/r&b.
I am currently uploading photos, music, and even my new music video "Carry On" which I haven't even officially released yet...but thought I would share it with… Continue
Posted by Minister RMB on June 18, 2009 at 6:00pm — 1 Comment
Is it normal for us to create memories we "think" we had?
I'm writing this because I'm sure at one point that I promised Chris I'd learn "Blackbird", to teach it to her- I've searched through our conversations, and can't find that sentence. Is it normal to have those moments where we think we said or did something that we didn't actually do, and realise them years later, for a fresh kick in the guts, if you'll forgive the phrase?
Thanks,
Shady
Posted by Shady Wilbury on June 8, 2009 at 8:30am
Angel Date
Posted by Katherine Ellis on June 8, 2009 at 2:42am
i need someone smarter than me
ok first put people that owe child support in school. once they have a degree a good job get your money.no more deadbeats.... and no more child support problems very soon.
start completing educations at degree levels.... given the better jobs, better living standards would rise. eventually terminating all social care systems necesity.
am i right all problems c… Continue
Posted by fred upton on June 6, 2009 at 1:44pm — 1 Comment
Finally Beginning to Grieve
I didn't rea… Continue
Posted by Eve on June 5, 2009 at 7:57pm — 3 Comments
the time to deal with things
Posted by fred upton on June 2, 2009 at 4:05am — 2 Comments
The Grief of Fathers
Fathers are cast in a societal role that is different from that of the
mother. Although there are many role crossovers and although frequently
the deep strength in a family is in the mother, society expects, and
fathers themselves expect, that they be the “strong ones.”
Generally the father is the major support of the family, and he plans to
meet his current expenses, insure against the unanticipated, save for the
anticipated family expenses of the future, and establish an… Continue
Posted by Gail Richardson on May 31, 2009 at 6:30pm
oneday9.jpg The Emotional Roller Coaster Child loss brings with it an array of mixed emotions. Par…
The Emotional Roller Coaster
Child loss brings with it an array of mixed emotions. Parents can feel anything from sadness and depression to extreme anger at everyone and anything. Some days the tears will flow like a river for no apparent reason. Other days the language that pours forth from your mouth will surprise even you. Emotions… Continue
Posted by Gail Richardson on May 27, 2009 at 4:44pm — 2 Comments
Last Good bye
Hey Grand pa. Saturday June 2nd at 1 pm will be the last goodbye between all of us, i wanna thank you for everything you have taught me in my young 15 years of age, thanks for raising me and making me the kid i am. lots of people say i look like you, walk like you, think like you etc. but… Continue
Posted by J-F Laberge on May 26, 2009 at 9:00am — 1 Comment
Dealing with the ups and downs
Posted by Katie Grace on May 24, 2009 at 12:37pm
Jennifer Love Hewitt talks about her first thought after reading the pilot of Ghost Whisperer
I was touched by the fact that the show has changed her fears about death.
Posted by Diana Young on May 22, 2009 at 1:44pm
I'm really missing my brother today
Posted by Diana Young on May 21, 2009 at 4:44pm — 2 Comments
Irene's Birthday
As the years pasted she grew into this amazing intelligent, beautiful woman, who could make me laugh when no one else could. Her blue eyes and long blond hair lit up a room as she entered. We became more than Mother and Daught… Continue
Posted by Katherine Ellis on May 18, 2009 at 6:58am — 2 Comments
The Awakening
When in the midst of all your fears and insanity,
You stop dead in your tracks, and somewhere in your head cries out -
ENOUGH!
Enough fighting, crying, or struggling to hold on.
And, like a child quieting down after a blind tantrum,
your sobs begin to subside, you shudder once or twice,
you blink back your tears and through a mantle of wet lashes
you begin to look at the world with new eyes.
This is your Awakening.
You realize that it is tim… Continue
Posted by Gail Richardson on May 12, 2009 at 5:25pm
One Week From Today - May 11th
One week from today and it will be Irene's 35th birthday. I wonder what she would look like. Would the tiny lines around her eyes be starting to show? Would she still have that long, long hair or would she… Continue
Posted by Katherine Ellis on May 12, 2009 at 6:34am — 2 Comments
Close By your Side
But look around, I am right here, living with you still,
I watch your tears, I feel your pain, I see the things you do,
I weep as well, each time you cry, my soul it lives with you.
It gives me such joy to hear you laugh, and do the things you do,
And when you smile over bygone days, I smile right there with you,
For we are still one, just you and me, one mind, one soul, one being,
Walking forward into life, though you are only seen,
And i… Continue
Posted by Gail Richardson on May 10, 2009 at 5:47pm
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To One In Sorrow
And let me take your hand.
I, who have known a sorrow such as yours, can understand.
Let me come in--I would be very still beside you in your grief;
I would not bid you cease your weeping, friend,
Tears bring relief. Let me come in--and hold your hand,
For I have known a sorrow such as yours, And understand.
-Grace Noll Crowell
The Light Beyond
Reflecting On the Loss of a Child 7 Years Later
As the seven year anniversary of my second son’s birth approaches I look back on it with bittersweet memories. Lukas Kevin was born on June 18, 2002 and he passed away sixteen days later on July 4th. He was born perfect and healthy. During my five days at the hospital he had contracted viral meningitis but didn’t show symptoms until the day after we were released from the hospital. We rushed him to a children’s...Linda's story: the tragedy of stillbirth
hi my name is linda i am 31 yrs old i fell pregnant for the first time with a person i love dearly. all through the pregnancy everything went fine the baby was healthy good heart beat and all i was due on may 30 2009 which is not too long ago i lost a beautiful little baby boy who went by the name of nathan william smith cassidy i was at 39 weeks of...Laughter heals…Don’t Give Up!
I wanted to draw the attention of readers to Christa's excellent site www.giggleon.com. She has also written a great article about way to remember your lost loved ones: Have you lost a loved one? What action have you taken to honor their memory and their life? How do you keep the love you shared with them alive? Whether your loved one died of natural causes, disease or even by suicide, survivors, mourners and the grief...Thoughts on the five stages of grief
Once again a reminder that not everyone goes through these five stages of grief. They are responses that many people have, but there is no typical response to loss, just as there is no typical loss. Our grief is as individual as our lives. Remember that each death or major loss you experience will be different than the others. The stages of grief may be partially absent or may last longer or be shorter depending...The five stages of grief: Stage 5 - Acceptance
According to Kübler-Ross, the fifth stage of grief is acceptance. This is often confused with the notion of being alright or OK with what has happened, but this is not the case. Most people don't ever feel OK or alright about the loss of a loved one, and that is quite normal. This stage is about accepting the reality that our loved one is physically gone and recognizing that this new reality is the permanent...© 2009 Created by Diana Young
