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Small kindnesses with big impact
In the best of circumstances, life is not easy. And we all experience rough patches, some harder to navigate than others. When life feels overwhelmingly difficult, a kind gesture can feel like a lifeline.
I have two friends who were feeling overwhelmed, as caregivers for their elderly…
ContinueAdded by Robbie Miller Kaplan on November 3, 2014 at 9:00am — No Comments
I feel hurt inside
After my fathers service the flowers ended up at my house. My brother call and said they were all meant to go to his family because they were from their side. That hurt me a lot. Am I wrong to feel this way?
Added by Janice Milby on October 30, 2014 at 10:53pm — No Comments
Draw comfort from God
(Isaiah 41:10) Do not be afraid, for I am with you. Do not be anxious, for I am your God. I will fortify you, yes, I will help you, I will really hold on to you with my right hand of righteousness.’
(Isaiah 41:13) For I, Jehovah your God, am grasping your right hand, The One saying to you, ‘Do not be afraid. I will help you.’
May everyone draw comfort from this promise. when you are feeling…
ContinueAdded by Margaret Lopez on October 28, 2014 at 7:55am — No Comments
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Added by Karen. Davison on October 21, 2014 at 8:17pm — No Comments
How to Ensure That Your Friends Will Be Notified of Your Death
Q. When a dear friend died several months ago, many of her friends (including me) had no idea what had happened. She lived abroad (alone), but stayed in touch — until she didn’t. It was as if she had vanished. We were left in limbo with so many unanswered questions. We…
Added by Florence Isaacs on October 21, 2014 at 2:11pm — No Comments
When Couples Who Are Friends Disappear After Your Husband Dies
Q: I find that my relationships with some couple friends have changed dramatically since I’ve been widowed. In some cases, I’ve been dropped entirely from their social calendar; in others the wife is available for lunch or dinner only during the week and only alone. Is there…
Added by Florence Isaacs on October 21, 2014 at 1:00pm — No Comments
Dealing With Death Can Prove So Innovative
Just when we think we’ve seen or heard it all about death these days, there is more to learn, to love and to laugh at about the way people are impacted and/or reacting to life’s final moments. Funerals are lightening up, obituaries are good…
Added by Susan Soper on October 16, 2014 at 2:34pm — No Comments
Brother loses his partner of 30 years
I just wanted to write a little about an event that has happened.
My 67 year old brother is gay and had been in a stable partnership with J for 30 years when suddenly J became ill with a chest infection and admitted to hospital but died therein.
This has been a shock for my brother and surprisingly for myself. Although straight and married I wanted to say I feel that I have lost a sister-in-law rather than a mere acquaintance.
I am also slightly concerned about any…
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just lost m sister
I just suddenly lost my sister at age 51. She was living with me and my husband and mother at my house for the past 2 years. She lived in another state for 30 years before that and became injured after a car accident. Her life the past 14 years was riddled with pain and depression. Her marriage ended and she became financially unstable. She had recently been diagnosed with diabetes earlier this year. I saw her the night before she died and she looked happy and beautiful and was looking…
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How to Help Friends and Loved Ones in Difficult Times
When we hear sad news we want to help, but we often do not know how. Instead of figuring out a way to help we say, “Call me if you need anything.” Individuals facing difficult times frequently find it difficult to put one foot in front of the other; they do not have energy to call and even…
Added by Robbie Miller Kaplan on October 14, 2014 at 7:00am — No Comments
Support for brother who lost his partner
Just looking for advice and support with regards my 67 year old older brother who lost his partner John of 30 years in the UK.
Just wondered if there were any good specific bereavement guides for this type of life event?
I am quite emphatic but my brother is stiff upper lip, know what I mean?
Regards
Peter
Added by Peter Beaman on October 14, 2014 at 2:43am — No Comments
My Beautiful 20 Yr Old Daughter Is Gone . . . . .
On Labor Day, September 1, 2014, my beautiful 20 year old daughter, Madeline was killed in a car accident. It occured about 5 miles from our home, a cloudburst erupted; a freak rainstorm. She hit a truck head on and her car burst into flames, she was identified through dental records. It was 11 years to the day, my father, her grandfather passed away.
Madeline was every parent's dream; never gave us a problem to speak of. She was on her way to her 3rd job; a job she loved…
ContinueAdded by Bridgett from Rochester NY on October 12, 2014 at 6:26pm — No Comments
Smile
Nat King Cole--1930 "Smile"
Smile though your heart is aching
Smile even though it's breaking
When there are clouds in the sky, you'll get by
If you smile through your fear and sorrow
Smile and maybe tomorrow
You'll see the sun come shining through for you
Light up your face with gladness
Hide every trace of sadness
Although a tear may be ever so near
That's the time you must keep on trying
Smile, what's the use of… Continue
Added by Heatha on October 12, 2014 at 9:52am — No Comments
Dressing for Your Own Funeral
The fashion shows recently rolled out in New York, London and Milan reminded me of a fashion show of an entirely different sort I attended last year in Montana. It was during a week of seminars and workshops on aging issues, and I was invited to present ObitKit: A Guide…
Added by Susan Soper on October 10, 2014 at 9:49am — No Comments