Tag Archives: Grief

Warrior

Posted on January 19, 2017 by TR

The large wooden doors open into the center of the old, historic castle.  The round room is breathtakingly beautiful.  The stone walls and pillars exude majesty.  Against the far wall are steps that lead to a platform.  Skylights allow the … Continue reading →

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Dear Son

Posted on October 14, 2016 by TR

Tonight while Dad and your sister are off listening to a concert pianist, I stayed here at home.  I packed up your room.  I took down all the things you carefully hung on your walls.  I washed your custom made … Continue reading →

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Losing My Religion

Posted on October 2, 2016 by TR

It’s a beautiful autumn day here.  The sun is shining and there are just a handful of puffy, white clouds speckling the pale blue sky.  There is a slight breeze and the air is just barely beginning to feel a … Continue reading →

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Beauty from ashes

Posted on May 21, 2016 by TR

I awoke this morning with my eyes still burning.  I fought lifting my head from my pillow.  My phone was still silenced from last night.  My cheeks still caked with salt from my tears.  My head empty, my heart numb. … Continue reading →

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H**e

Posted on March 10, 2016 by TR

Some days it feels like hope is a four-letter word.  It’s a word filled with raw emotion;  a  word that I dare not speak; a word that I hate to hear.  Today is one of those days.  I’m not sure … Continue reading →

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Unacceptable Grief

Posted on March 3, 2016 by TR

I have done so well. I have kept my emotions in check. I have been strong and kept a “proper” perspective. I have pushed forward for my daughter. Until today. It hit out of nowhere. I was on Pinterest planning … Continue reading →

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