From My Window
Photo by Haley Earley.
Getting together with family members is the joy of my life. Here’s the latest photo of the gang. Having two toddlers be still for the photo was an achievement. My granddaughter took another picture of the “foot twins,” my daughter wearing a protective boot after surgery and me wearing a slipper because of a swollen foot. We enjoyed our Italian dinner, acclimated to noisy toddlers, and shared many laughs.
Photo by Haley Earley.
Reviews
Daisy A Day by Harriet Hodgson is a handbook of practical tips for those who are mourning the loss of a loved one. The book is based on the author’s own experiences of coping with significant losses of family members in her life. Her beginning quote, “This book is for all who grieve. Grief links us together and we will survive it together” sums up the goal of the book. This book provides nuggets of encouragement at various stages of grieving.
Photo by Kathy Meyer, RN.
It is divided into four sections to match a person’s journey in mourning: 1) Shock and Anguish, 2) Coping and Finding Balance, 3) A New and Meaningful Life, and 4) Making Good from Grief. One of the quotes that resonated with me is as follows: “The death of a child is an out-of-turn death—nature’s mistake. You are shattered because you have been robbed of the present and the future. The realization is agonizing. Be grateful for the time you had with your child.” I encouraged readers to purchase Daisy A Day, a paperback to be kept in easy reach whenever you need a tidbit of encouragement to get you through a difficult time in grieving. Highly recommended. L.D. Tanner, Vine Voice reviewer.
Book Business
Centering Corporation is one of the largest sources of grief resources in the nation. Founded in 1977, the non-profit corporation has donated two million grief resources to grieving families and those who care for them. I’m grateful to Centering Corporation for publishing an updated version of my book, From Darkness to Sunshine: A Workbook for Grieving Kids.
Photo courtesy of Centering Corporation.
I love the cover and interior illustrations by Anne Zygarowicz and am a new fan of hers. If your child is grieving, or you know a grieving child, this participation book is a thoughtful gift, one that can help them understand and process feelings. Give the gift of caring and order a copy today. Just call 1-866-218-0101.
Quote of the Month
O Lord that lends me life, lend me a heart replete with thankfulness. William Shakespeare, British poet, playwright, and actor.