The Widow's Walk

Moving On

  • Our Circumstances Are Not Our Identity

    You are a widow, but you are also so much more. You are still loved, chosen, gifted, needed, and held securely by God. You still have something meaningful to offer. You still have opportunities to love, serve, grow, and experience… Continue reading

  • Life in Ruins

    When I traveled to Israel a few years ago, I was privileged to walk through many ancient sites among the ruins of palaces, temples, stadiums, cities, and all sorts of structures. Some parts had crumbled, some sections were still standing,… Continue reading

  • Losing Ourselves

    Your life may never look like it once did before becoming a widow, but your story isn’t over! There is hope! There is healing! There is purpose! Embrace your new life. Continue reading

  • Widow “Anniversary”

    Death anniversaries are tricky. They are actually two-fold: the date our loved one breathed their last breath here on earth AND the moment our lives changed forever. On August 13, 2013, I awoke in the early morning hours to discover… Continue reading

  • Surviving the Hard Days

    Some days are just hard! There may be a logical reason: it’s a birthday, an anniversary, a holiday, or some other special occasion. Or it may just be a random day of the week and the grief hits you out… Continue reading

  • Keep Stepping Forward

    I have a local group of widows & widowers that I meet with once a month at our local library. Today marks 2 years of this group so it was a time of celebration & reflection. I gave them this… Continue reading

  • Healing, Not Forgetting

    It is important to allow yourself to grieve, but it is essential that at some point you allow yourself to begin healing without feeling guilty. Continue reading