One Small Win for Me, One Giant Leap for My Life
Yesterday, I began the daunting task of letting go of many of my husband’s clothes and starting to turn “our” room into “my room. This …
“I Miss My Friend”, Sunshine, and Train Whistles
A year ago, I was preparing to say “Goodbye” to the love of my life. I was steeling myself for what was surely going to …
It Wasn’t Him, But Try Telling That to My Heart
I saw my husband last week. Okay, it wasn’t really my husband, but wow! My breath caught in my throat for a minute. It’s amazing …
Charting A New Course Without My True North
Preface Warning: This blog entry may be difficult for some to read. It’s okay, I understand. It isn’t the easiest to write. If you have …
The Ghost of Valentine’s Past
What is Valentine’s Day to a widow? Hey! Happy-reminder-that-you-have-lost-the-love-of-your-life Day! As couples all over the nation are exchanging chocolates, flowers, cards, and jewelry, I am …
Losing Myself and Finding the Ahhhh…
Ahhhh… the peace, the relaxation, the quiet in my mind… For one hour yesterday, I enjoyed this feeling of “ahhhh.” I will feel it again …
Cocooning for a Heavy Heart
Preface Warning: This blog entry may be difficult for some to read. It’s okay, I understand. It isn’t the easiest to write. If you have …