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Grief, Loss, Trauma: How to Find Peace in a World of “Why?” -
 - Krystal Kuehn (1,269)    
Krystal Kuehn  
Pain and suffering are a part of the human experience. No one is exempt. Tragedies occur leaving us in shock and devastation. Diseases weaken and destroy bodies. The innocent are abused and exploited. Families are broken and hearts are shattered. Losses leave us to grieve and cry out from the... ( added 6 days 12 hours ago.) |
What I Would Tell My Mom -
Laura Trahan (38,361)   
Laura Trahan
October marks the fifth anniversary of my mom's death. She died at the age of 57 of a sudden heart attack. Every year, I believe I am not going to be emotional, but as soon as the month turns to October I feel myself being drawn to the pity world. I will admit there is not a day that goes by... ( added 1 year 45 days ago.) |
Higher Than An Eagle -
Judi Lake (1,866) 
Judi Lake
“She’s a fighter, she’ll find the strength to pull through
this," said one.
Another replied, “I don’t think so; not this time… she’s
tired… really tired."
And still another added, “I agree. This time she’s ready to
let go."
Silence. Dead air. Long lull.
... ( added 1 year 295 days ago.) |
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Dan Fogelberg ~ The Passing of a Legend -
- Camille Strate (1,340)  
Camille Strate 
Hearing the news of Dan's passing was pretty shocking, even though I knew he had prostate cancer. For some reason, I fully expected that he'd 'beat it' and continue to grace us with his beauiful voice and moving musical storytelling. So, when I got the call from a friend that Dan had passed... ( added 1 year 334 days ago.) |
How I Handled the Loss of my Baby -
- Avis Ward (11,248)  
Avis Ward
I did not handle the loss of my baby at all. It handled me. I thought my faith was strong and I could handle anything. Actually, I never thought I would not be a Mom. I knew the Lord answered prayers and mine would be answered.
Becoming pregnant for many is very easy. I have friends who have... ( added 2 years 27 days ago.) |
October 15th - Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day -
Avis Ward (11,248)
Avis Ward
October is Awareness Month. To name a few, Domestic Violence, and Breast and Prostate Cancer are observed during the month of October.
The majority of you may wonder what is significant about October 15th. You can easily figure out October 15 is the 288th day of the year (289th in leap years)... ( added 37 days 22 hours ago.) |
Two Years After the Robbery -
Eugene Redstone (1,545) 
Eugene Redstone
A quarter of an inch made all the difference in the world that day. One way and the events would have a tragic, permanent effect, changing my life and the lives of my family members for ever. The other way would be intangible, and eventually I would have to live like those events never took... ( added 99 days 16 hours ago.) |
A Letter To The Grandchild I Never Got To Hold. (I Lost My Unborn Grandchild) -
Gary W. Halsey Sr. (4,460) 
Gary W. Halsey Sr.
Note: My Daughter in Law has been pregnant for the last 8 weeks, she informed my wife and I a couple of weeks ago, both her and my son, and we were estatic!! She went in for her 8 week ultra sound yesterday, and was told that the child had not developed a heart, and that she had to undergo... ( added 211 days 8 hours ago.) |
Losing Lew -
- Dianne Lehmann (5,738)  
Dianne Lehmann
My step-dad kept his home so neat and clean. Everything had its place. Bottles and boxes lined up like little soldiers. A drawer for this, a hook for that, a place for everything. He wasn't much for cooking, but he excelled at cleaning. His home no longer contains him. There is no more place for... ( added 315 days 20 hours ago.) |
Maria’s Last Song -
- Judi Lake (1,866)
Judi Lake
It was mid-morning and Maggie and her husband, Howie, were
in the kitchen eagerly preparing the food for their annual Forth of July
barbeque.
While meticulously carving out the watermelon for her
signature fruit salad, Maggie sternly makes an appeal to her husband. “How’... ( added 1 year 136 days ago.) |
What Size Underwear Do You Wear? -
Judi Lake (1,866)
Judi Lake
“Her grave’s not even cold and he’s already dating!" “That’s terrible!" “Terrible? It is incorrigible! She was such a good woman — he should show more respect ! At least one year mourning…Judi, what do you think?" Distracted, I listlessly reply, “Huh?" “Judi! John ! He already has a girlfriend !"... ( added 1 year 202 days ago.) |
The Wages of War -
- James P Krehbiel (1,141) 
James P Krehbiel
Monday night, February 4 th , President George W. Bush delivered his State of the Union message. In his address, he urged Congress to "improve the system of care for our wounded warriors and help them build their lives of hope and promise and dignity." As the President was pontificating about... ( added 1 year 280 days ago.) |
Mom's Alzheimer's-My Mother, The Now -
Cary Bayer (26) 
LIFE 101
This is a happy story, though don’t be surprised or disappointed if it brings a tear or two to your eyes. It concerns my 88-year-old mother, who lives in a nursing home in Dallas and who’s now among the most present people I’ve ever known. She also happens to have Alzheimer’s... ( added 2 years 22 days ago.) |
What to Say to the Victim of a Violent Crime -
- Eugene Redstone (1,545)
Eugene Redstone
On Saturday, August 25th, 2007 at approximately 9:00 AM an unknown male wearing a bandanna and waving a large handgun entered my house through the backdoor. At gunpoint he forced me to round up my 7 and 14 year old sons and then ordered me to turn over all cash in the house. He eventually tied me... ( added 2 years 85 days ago.) |
Six Things I Miss Most About My Mom and Six Ways To Remember The Death of A Loved One -
Laura Trahan (38,361)
Laura Trahan
My mom died six years ago today. I can replay those events in my head like it was yesterday. I think those memories will never go away. I like to say that the pain associated with the death of a parent goes away, but I think it is always there just is duller as the years pass. In honor of the... ( added 28 days 22 hours ago.) |
A Goodbye -
Joyce Dunn (234) 
Joyce Dunn
A GOODBYE
She sits on the sunny hillside and
Lays a blanket of wildflowers over the
Tiny grave. Her mind roams back to
( added 32 days 20 hours ago.) |
Living with Grief: Life Goes On, Time Stands Still - Bereavement Truth -
Julian Price (13,305)  
Julian Price
I have seen a lot of books and articles that have been written about grief and many of them use a phrase I am a little uncomfortable with, "living through grief". Now, I totally appreciate the message being conveyed but the word through' suggests there is a definitive end to the process of... ( added 36 days 19 hours ago.) |
Can Death Be Described by The Dying? -
- Fran Larson (23,243)  
Fran Larson
( Because I always share the good things with you my SearchWarp Friends, I wanted to share this event with you, an event that started off being sad, but then, well, here is what happened)
The spell was now broken. Weeks of waiting, feeling anxious and absolutely frozen dissolved in that... ( added 36 days 21 hours ago.) |
First Love, First Betrayal -
Brianna Popsickle (2,452)  
Brianna Popsickle
She was awakened by her parents, it was 3:30 a.m.
"There's a call for you, it's the police."
She wasn't prepared for what she heard next.
"It's me. I'm in big trouble. I need your help. I need you to call my sister."
It was her boyfriend of almost two years. He sounded scared.
... ( added 40 days 1 hour ago.) |
We'll Meet Again Some Day -
Rose DesRochers (1,074) 
Rose DesRochers
My daughter would be 17, had she not died during open heart surgery. For anyone who has lost a child, you know that the pain doesn't go away. We put the emotions to the back of our mind, as we go about our daily lives. Days like the anniversary of our child's death, birthdays and the holidays... ( added 85 days 9 hours ago.) |
Life After Death, The True Meaning, and What Is It? -
Gary W. Halsey Sr. (4,460)
Gary W. Halsey Sr.
I had a dream last night about losing my dog. I know it sounds strange, but nevertheless, I still had the dream. It made me think about death and dying, and how great it will be one day to join my dear friend Shilo, up in that heavenly place, and frolic with him once more, how great will that be?... ( added 92 days 22 hours ago.) |
Death Through The Eyes of A Six Year Old -
Renee Kimberly Root (379)
I was six years old when my grandfather went to be with the Lord his name was Frank Root. My grandfather was a kind man and was a school teacher. I can remember him helping me learn a poem for a church presentation. He took the time to help me learn it and I surprised my parents and grandmother... ( added 94 days 13 hours ago.) |
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Adios, Becerro, Vaya Con Dios -
- Ken McCreless (1,681)  
Ken McCreless
Greetings Fellow Travelers ...
I have a heavy heart.
My Father-in-Law, Mr Magdaleno Ybarra, was transferred to a hospice facility last night. The family is making arrangements and relatives are put on alert.
I, myself, am at work, but ready to leave at a moments notice.
This is a... ( added 98 days 11 hours ago.) |
McMahan, Fawcett, Jackson, Mays and Still: It's So Hard to Say Goodbye -
Avis Ward (11,248)
Avis Ward
Four well-known television personalities passed away within a few days of each other. Condolences and prayers go out to their families. Family members, friends and fans are dealing with the loss of Ed McMahan, Farrah Fawcett, Michael Jackson and Billy Mays.
Our family is handling the death of... ( added 144 days 16 hours ago.) |
It's Been A Difficult Month -
- Val Silver (2,781) 
Val Silver
This month has been full of challenges. It started with a cold. No
big deal right? Just snuggle up with a box of tissues and hot tea for
two weeks and all is well. How lucky for me it even hit the night my
winter vacation started so I could stay home and rest (instead of doing
the hundred... ( added 243 days 22 hours ago.) |
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