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The Empty Chair
Despite the pain of losing my husband, I’ve found comfort in our cherished chair, a symbol of our love and shared memories. It’s a testament to the unique ways we cope with grief, showing that even the most personal items… Continue reading
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Fall Chores
Learning to manage a household alone is part of adjusting to a life you never expected to live. Continue reading
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Compounded Grief
Facing major losses and changes in our lives shines a glaring spotlight on the void in our lives that we are constantly confronted with: our primary supporter and comforter is no longer by our side. Continue reading
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Facing Fall
As with any new season, along with the positives we might enjoy, there’s also a mixture of grief, lone, and bittersweet memories thrown into our lives as widows Continue reading
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Emptiness of the House
There’s something about walking into an empty house after a period of being away. There is no place like home, that’s true, but even after 13 years being widowed there’s still a sense of loss when I open the door… Continue reading
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Swinging Bridge Widows’ Walk
The widows’ walk can often be like crossing a swinging bridge. As you take that first step, the path seems uncertain and unsafe. Continue reading
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Finding a New Rhythm
Losing our spouse throws our lives off kilter. All our normal routines and habits are affected. We must find ways to adjust and adapt to our new lives as best as we can. Continue reading
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Walking Into a New Season
Trust the Lord to guide you as you’re walking into this new season! He is faithful! Continue reading
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Changing Season
Another season, another change in our lives which are overwhelmed by changes already. One more major shift to deal with! Continue reading
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Community Is Important
Having others to walk the widows’ walk with us means we aren’t carrying everything alone and that is priceless! Continue reading