Grief is schizophrenic

 When grief gets a grip on you, it will take on a life of its own that no matter how hard you try, is so difficult to get through.  One of the problems is that it is ever changing and when you think you have it figured out and under control . . . BOOM . . . it will grab your attention and...

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I was never ready for you to leave

 My normal grief feels like all of the above at the same time.It happened so fast.On that morning, I woke up and was startled to see the far away look in his eyes.  It seemed to me so strange that he was normal the night before, although I felt something was off for a few days.  One of...

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Where magic lives

Wishes are shining deep down inside of you. Cause that, my friends, is where the magic lives. Jiminy CricketIt is that "anything is possible" mentality.It is positive thinking.It is having the determination to do whatever isnecessary to make your dreams come true.After going through...

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Passionate and Intense Love

 Have you ever felt an intense and passionate love for someone that seemed to be a gift from God?There is nothing like it in the whole world.  Although it feels like a gift, the object of your desire may have no idea how you feel because it is nothing that someone can intentionally give you. ...

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Listen to your heart

"When you have compassion and surrender to your own heart, you are surrendering to the hidden power in your heart, God. You are surrendering to love, because God is Love, the cohesive force of the universe that connects us all. Surrender is not just a religious concept; it's a power tool for listening...

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Don't Give Up

 Today has been one of the worse days in a while for many reasons that I don't need to get into for the purpose of this post.I was blessed with a healthy dose of self-confidence and one thing I know for sure, I am a strong person and I know I'm going to get through this.  My motto . . . this...

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The Lunacy of Grief Stages

 The changes can be horrific from one day to the next, leaving the feeling of being on a roller coaster.  They can also make you feel like you are actually losing your mind while knowing you are sane.What really makes me feel crazy is the shift from surviving the grief to overwhelming sadness...

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