Dear Fellow Grievers,
I’m thankful you’ve found this site, and I’m sorry if the reason is a heavy one. Grief can be brutal. Losing someone we love forces us to live through complex heartbreak. This journey can feel overwhelmingly difficult, yet many of us learn to live life in new ways. Ways that include the forever love we carry for our cherished beloveds.
Having lost my daughter and parents, I survived by surrounding myself with support. When I was newly bereaved, I clung to any thread I could find. With my daughter’s death, I quickly discovered that much of that support came from other bereaved parents. I think it always will.
My grief journey continues—a lifelong process especially with the loss of my daughter, Dana, in January 2021. As for many, the grief of losing a child lives just under the surface of my skin, in the background of all I do, and sometimes front and center of my day. It has grown to be a familiar companion no longer drowning me. Of course, there will always be an element of sadness, but I am finding new ways to swim and float (even with joy and gratitude).
This life has given me the gifts of being a teacher, mental health professional, and certified grief educator. I naturally feel called to help others find their way on “the path.” I combine personal experience, knowledge, and skills that continue to guide me as I live with my loved ones’ absences. My hope is that you will find comfort and affirmation from my words along with hope and insights.
I also offer supportive information on my Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest pages. I would love to hear from you with any thoughts, ideas, or questions you may have through my email: [email protected].
Sending you peace,
Chris