Words for the Journey

Are we going crazy? For some of us, it doesn’t seem like a very far drive.“I’m forgetting things. My keys. Appointments. What I came into the room for. What I just said,” Wes shared.

Perhaps you’ve been complaining about something or have felt like a victim because of  someone else?  I want you to know that you have the power within you to change Everything in your life by using your natural born spiritual gifts.

Dear Time, I hate you! You are not real. You are only an illusion and I know it. No great mystery, either, because we all know that you are not real.Time does not exist.

by Jacqueline JulesPeople often use the word, “healing,” when they speak to a person in mourning. Friends or relatives might ask, “How can I help you heal?” or “I hope this helps you heal.” And everyone has heard the platitude, “Time heals all wounds.”

  You’re not alone in silenceYou’re not alone in Fear

“He that would perfect his work must first sharpen his tools.” Confucius

They tell me to talk to you, that even though you are gone you can still hear me. It makes me wonder if you can hear the screams inside my head that have to stay there so no one knows how hard it is without you. I hope not.

Missing someone is painful.Will the hurt ever end?

My elder daughter died in 2007 from the injuries she received in a car crash. Oddly, she died on the 23rd day of the month, the same day she was born. Each year, as I approach the anniversary of her death, I pause and take some time to assess my grief journey. This year is no different. In a few days I start the ninth year without my daughter.

Another day, another night without you.How long do I have to go on like this?You're over there while I'm over here.We've been apart for so long, 

Grief is a natural response to losing a loved one. Your emotional response is very personal and takes time.  Healing happens gradually; it can’t be forced or hurried.  What is important is that whatever your experience is, you need to be patient with yourself and allow your heart to follow the course that is best for you.

Recently, while sipping my coffee and reading some postings on the Grief Toolbox, the posting spoke of sharing, sadness, and resolve. Regarding one particular entry, I wrote: