Hope (verb): Want something to happen or be the case Caveat: As always, all thoughts, musings, anger are my own. I know that it’s difficult knowing what to say – it’s now four months since Summer passed away and I …
Juggling Through Grief
Circus (noun): A travelling company of acrobats, clowns, and other entertainers which give performances, typically in a large tent. It does feel as though there’s a circus in my head: all of the frenzy, none of the fun. Picture the …
Misconceptions
Misconception (noun): A view or opinion that is incorrect because it’s based on faulty thinking or understanding People may think we don’t want to be reminded of their deaths We’re terrified that people will forget People may think there’s not …
Grief Disguised
Disguise (verb): Give a different appearance in order to conceal one’s identity We all know so little about grief. We know it’s not linear, that it can hit you at any time. But I think the majority of us who …
Judgement
Assessed (verb, past tense): Evaluate or estimate the nature, ability or quality of someone The first verbal conversation you have with EVERY SINGLE PERSON after you’ve experienced loss, can bring a lot of anxiety. It’s why my phone might start …
Is Anyone There?
Listen (verb): Take notice of and act on what someone says; respond to advice or a request I’ve felt so low this week. I had to message my boss earlier to say “really sorry, I’m logging off, this week is …
Launch Day
Launch (verb): To start or set in motion Dear actual-real-life, someone-other-than-me reader, So it’s here: Tuesday 9th June 2020, it’s “launch” day for my blog. No party, no fanfare, just a few messages to let friends and family know that …
Square Three
Square one (noun): A starting point; initial stage or step I woke up today, and it’s tough as hell. Nearly three months later, and I’m completely caught off guard, as I thought it had been getting better. Ahh the joys …
There’s No Place at Home
Priority (noun): Something that is regarded as more important than others I know it’s normal to question your existence and the point of life when going through grief; it’s all brought to the fore. The big questions are those we …
What Not To Say
Grief (noun): intense sorrow, especially caused by someone’s death If you know someone who is grieving and you think “I don’t know what to say” – just try. Because just imagine if everyone took your approach. Where would your grieving …