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Grandmother Wants to Commemorate Deceased Grandson’s Birthday

Deborah writes in: My infant grandson passed away on the day of his birth, and the anniversary is coming. Do you have any suggestions on how to celebrate this day? […]

Caregivers Struggle When Parents Age

Most families of our generation don’t talk much about feelings, but when our parent is aging or ill, many emotional issues arise for both the primary caregiver and for other […]

‘I Just Lost My Son!’ Mother Reaches Out for Help

Tami writes in: I just lost my 18-year-old son in a motorcycle accident….I am so devastated!!!!!!!!!!!!! Can someone help me??????? He is my life! Dr. Gloria Horsley, founder of www.opentohope.com, […]

Wife’s Death by Suicide Complicates Man’s Grieving

Question from Nancy: My new partner and I have experienced much joy since finding each other. Both of us have been previously married, and both of us have children. Mine […]

Where Are Resources for Young Widows?

Question from Bob for author Gloria Lintermans: I am dating a 43-year-old widow with a 9-year-old daughter. Much of what you raise in your book, THE HEALING POWER OF GRIEF, transcends age, […]

How Does Early Death of Sister Affect Adult Siblings?

Question from TK: My sister and I lost an infant sister in an accident when we were 2 and 5, respectively. Now, 40 years later, I’m struggling to understand how […]

Should Daughter Protect Elderly Father From Bad Woman?

Karen writes in with a question: Our mother passed away two years ago, and we have recently found out that our dad is dating again. My brothers and I do […]

When a Loved One Uses Drugs to Deal With Grief

Glenna writes in: How do I help my partner with the loss of his dad? This happened back in January, and now my partner needs drugs to help with the […]

7 Mistakes of Mourners

by Lou LaGrand Everyone makes mistakes or fails in their attempts to grow and meet the challenges of daily life. Without these miscues little would be learned and growth as […]

Memorial Tribute with Windchimes

by Rachel Betzen When we remember loved ones lost and the family and friends most affected, a special memorial can help us honor their lives and soothe the pain of […]

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