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  • Navigating November: Embracing Regret as a Teacher

    Navigating November: Embracing Regret as a Teacher

    October’s Weight November has always been a complicated month for me. After the somber reflections of October—a month holding both the birth and death of my brother—I often find myself emotionally drained. October carries a weight that leaves me reflective, sometimes exhausted. As November arrives, it should signal joy: birthdays,…

  • When Grief Turns into Abandonment

    A Reflection on Loss, Loneliness, and Showing Up This month, I want to talk about something we rarely name out loud: abandonment after death. We speak often about grief, but not enough about the quiet unraveling that sometimes happens to families—the broken bonds, the empty holidays, the silence that settles…

  • Coming Soon!!! A Poetry Book Hearts Lament – The Beauty of Becoming

    Coming Soon!!! A Poetry Book Hearts Lament – The Beauty of Becoming

    My Personal Journey Through Grief Grief is a universal experience, yet its expression is deeply personal. My own journey has been shaped by the loss of three beloved souls—my brother, my husband, and my father. Each loss brought its own set of challenges and lessons, profoundly influencing both my life…

  • Supporting a Loved One Through Grief

    Supporting a Loved One Through Grief

    grievingpen.com Grief is complex and emotional. It varies widely and is often shaped by personal relationships and individual coping mechanisms. The experience of losing a loved one can invoke a whirlwind of emotions. This includes profound sadness, anger, confusion, and even relief, as people navigate their new reality. It is…