Motherhood, Widowhood, SAHM and small business owner. Advocate for mental health and suicide prevention.
In a reflective post, the author shares her journey toward embracing different forms of love, particularly self-love, amidst grief and change. She expresses gratitude for her health, family, and everyday joys while acknowledging the sadness around her. Deciding to pause blogging and social media, she focuses on being present for…
I have been wrestling with writing this blog post for a multitude of reasons. I feel called to shed light on unhealthy, manipulative relationships, but I also feel a strong pull to keep my integrity intact. Because the truth is, when you speak about someone who survives on illusion, control,…
Have you ever lived through something that felt so surreal, so deeply personal, that even speaking it out loud felt impossible? The kind of thing that feels cinematic while it is happening, but not in a beautiful way. In a traumatic way. In a slow-motion, out-of-body way. The kind of…
There’s a part about losing a loved one that no one really talks about. Unless I’m the only person on the planet that feels this way. Grief makes me feel see-through. I’m convinced everyone can tell I’m a mess. Like there’s no amount of prepping or makeup that could mask…
The author expresses deep grief after losing a loved one, describing a year filled with emotional turmoil and exhaustion. They confront the pain of absence and the challenges of moving forward while raising children. Despite feeling lost and overwhelmed, they emphasize resilience and the importance of choosing grace in the…
Meghan shares her painful experience of grief following her husband Nick’s death, confronting the hypocrisy of blame and judgment from others. She highlights how outsiders often misrepresent her role in his life while failing to offer genuine support. Ultimately, she vows to protect her peace, her children, and Nick's true…
Prolonged or complicated grief isn’t just missing someone longer than expected.It’s what happens when loss doesn’t only break your heart. It overwhelms your body. When someone witnesses a suicide or a sudden, brutal death, grief doesn’t arrive gently. There is no preparation. No gradual goodbye. It enters as shock. As…
Some stories don’t come wrapped in pretty bows or clean explanations. Some stories are born from pain that didn’t start with you — but somehow landed at your feet anyway. And for a long time, I carried weight that was never mine to hold. My therapist knows their names. She…
Sometimes I wish I could fully express the courage and faith it has taken to get through this past year. There has been judgment, negativity, and darkness surrounding us, and yet somehow, by God’s grace, we’re still standing. My therapist often tells me I’m a thorough and thoughtful processor of…
A year after losing her husband, the author reflects on the hardships of grief, parenting alone, and the emotional challenges faced by her children. Despite profound sadness and the complexities of healing, she acknowledges moments of beauty and growth in their lives. Faith plays a vital role in navigating this…