Posted in Grief Resources, tagged grief, grief and loss, Grieving, widowed parents, widowers, widowhood, widows on August 22, 2020| Leave a Comment »
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Widowed Parent Podcast – was created by Jenny Lisk as a way to help people find the information and advice she wishes she had when her husband died. With more than 75 episodes, she and special guests have covered topics on building resilience in kids after loss, autism and grief, step-parenting grieving children, being a widowed dad, and much more. In addition to the podcast, her website has other helpful links and resources. Podcast link
Posted in Grief Resources, tagged coping with loss, covid grief, grief, grief and loss, grief in children, Grieving, widows on July 22, 2020| Leave a Comment »
While we assumed things were getting better, suddenly we find ourselves back to phase 1 again. This is creating more grief and feelings of uncertainty than ever before. The more uncertain and unpredictable our lives become, the more grief we begin to experience. Whether there’s a loss as in a loved one’s death or a loss related to some sort of predictable job, routine, or any kind of “normal”, grief will find a way into your life.
People cope with losses in different ways. If you need help dealing with your loss, resources are available to help:
The CDC has information and resources that can help. More on Grief and Loss….Check out the CDC’s website for helpful advice!
More info on Grief with Children and Mental Health.
Posted in Revelations, tagged death, death of spouse, heaven, loss of spouse, scripture on death, widows, wise scripture on death on June 17, 2020| Leave a Comment »
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I copied some of these scriptures from my online friend Ferree Hardy. She came up with quite a few more from her article: Wise & Beautiful Scriptures About Our Day of Death .
My times are in your hands…Psalm 31:15
…all the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be. Psalm 139:16
you have decreed the number of his months
and have set limits he cannot exceed. Job 14:5
Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to your life? Luke 11:25
Read more on her website: “Widow’s Christian Place”
Posted in Grief Resources, tagged grief, grief journey, Grieving, loss of loved one, loss of spouse, widowhood, widows on June 6, 2020| Leave a Comment »
These are times of uncertainty. What will our new normal be like? It’s one thing to have to live through the loss of a loved one…and then grieving losses through a pandemic that isolates us more! My online blogger friend, JoAnne Funch, a Certified Grief Coach, on her website, “Heartache to Healing”, she posted an article:
Collective grief can be so complicated due to multiple losses. Read her article and find ways to create more meaningful moments and a new perspective in life.
Posted in Grief Resources, tagged God's leading, God's voice, Grieving, hope, loss of loved one, loss of spouse, widowhood, widows on February 29, 2020| Leave a Comment »
Visit my Facebook Page for words of hope and inspiration during grief…
This is just a chapter…not the whole story
Enjoy the sunsets, enjoy the coffee and the solitude. Breathe, rest and be kind to yourself. This is just a chapter….it’s a season….it will leave a footprint on your journey. Enjoy the scenery along the way. Pray for direction and God will lead you and direct you. You will find hope and joy again!
Posted in Answer to Prayers, tagged depression, faith, Feeling lost, Grieving, hope, widowhood, widows on January 31, 2020| Leave a Comment »
Sometimes in widowhood, when we’re grieving for our loved one, we find ourselves in a very low and dark place. Some how, we can’t find the right words to express to others what we are feeling. We’re lost in a world with no way out.
In these difficult times, we need to look up and ask God to rescue us…. He’s been there, and always will be… He’s just waiting for us to ask…..
Lauren Daigle expresses it well in her YouTube“Rescue” by Lauren Daigle
Posted in Grief Resources, tagged grief, Grief at Christmas, grief resources, Grieving, widowers, widowhood, widows on November 23, 2019| Leave a Comment »
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Over the years, I’ve stayed connected to certain websites that guide widows/widowers back into the mainstream of life. My online friend, Ferree Hardy, has one of the best websites for resources….Widow’s Christian Place. As the holidays approach, loss is magnified in our lives. Please check out one of her latest blogs that may give you additional ideas in how to muddle through your grief….”What Are Your Resources?”
Ferree gives several suggestions from helping to choose the right “counselors” to talk with, to helpful websites, online support groups, financial assistance, grief support groups as well as organizations and help just for widowers.
Ferree has also written a book, “Postcards from the Widows’ Path“. Her book helps guide widows through the phases of widowhood through the Book of Ruth. There is always HOPE in our darkest moments. Find resources that feel best for you!
Posted in Shared Stories, tagged grief, grief journey, Grieving, living with grief, widow blogs, widowhood, widows on October 29, 2019| Leave a Comment »
We never really know what lies ahead in our life’s journey. Just as we think we have things figured out and what direction we’re headed, life throws us a curve ball!
My online blogger friend, JoAnne Funch, gives a great analogy for helping us through the grief process in her Heartache to Healing website. Sometimes we have to be open to change and allow our inner compass to guide us through. JoAnne shares her blog: Life is like a Compass.
“Just as our grief doesn’t follow a predictable course like a map, neither does life. In fact, it’s more like a compass because it points you in the general direction and then you figure out where to turn.” -JoAnne Funch
Posted in Grief Resources, tagged grief, grief resources, grief support groups, widow blogs, widows on April 23, 2019| Leave a Comment »
Here are some great ideas and options from my on-line friend, JoAnne Funch, for finding Grief Support Groups in your area. I received this e-mail from JoAnne’s blog, Heartache to Healing, and wanted to share with my followers as well….
One of the most frequently asked questions…
Hi Cindy Adams,
I receive emails and comments on my blog almost weekly from people looking for a grief group. The simplest way to find a grief group in your community is by picking up the phone and contacting the following organizations who would have the most up to date information on groups.
Hospice
Funeral Homes
Church’s/ Synagogue’s
Hospitals
Sometimes if you are searching online via Google or your favorite search engine you may not see all the possible opportunities because for example, a church may not have anywhere to post it online.
You will also find grief groups online which can be helpful particularly if you are in an area without access to an in-person group. Being online allows 24/7 access, but the downside is the face to face interaction and typically no facilitator. Sometimes being in-person allows the facilitator to encourage people to participate where online you don’t always get that support.
I have a Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Heartachetohealing/
Knowing you are not alone in your grief is important and talking with others who are walking the journey of grief can bring comfort along with the camaraderie of connecting with and getting together with others who can support each other in a different way than family or friends often can.
JoAnne Funch
Grief Coach, Author, Speaker and Provider of hope
I was widowed at 34 years of age, with 2 young daughters, 6 and 7 years old. After raising my daughters, and pursuing a second career, I've recently remarried and wrote a book on my grief journey and beyond. My purpose for writing my memoir, "A Widow's Pursuit", is to encourage other young widows, that life goes on as we make new and joyful memories. We all have a different grief journey but we can help and encourage each other to persevere through grief and pursue new dreams!
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