Tag Archives: GRIEF RELATED

FINDING MY VOICE – PART ONE

Posted on June 17, 2010 by Judy

My journey has led me to the realization that I’ve found my voice. My new voice is connected to my heart, and even sounds different to me. I easily express honesty, and now I have a powerful sense of humor. When I’ve encountered stressful situations, sometimes I have to hold back my laughter! Continue reading →

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PERFORMING IN MY LIFE

Posted on June 2, 2010 by Judy

I have enjoyed performing at open mics. While I was putting my guitar away a young woman came over to me. She complimented me. I shared with her that I haven’t performed or played for thirty years, and she was very touched. Continue reading →

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SOMEONE I NEVER DREAMED I’D FIND

Posted on May 30, 2010 by Judy

Then I came across a long hand-written note from Cheryl. As I read it, I began to feel the familiar ache of grief. It was not only familiar; it was welcomed. She was with me the rest of the evening as I cried and cried. Now that my tears have returned, I am connected to life once again. Continue reading →

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I’M NOT A POSTER CHILD ANYMORE

Posted on May 27, 2010 by Judy

I don’t have to be a poster child anymore for bereaved parents! I don’t have to always be smiling, and I don’t have to prove to anyone that I’ve moved on. I can still cry and feel pain for not having my beautiful child to hold. I can still cry because I cannot see him grow up and have the life I thought he was entitled to. I may continue to cry for him when I am very old. Continue reading →