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How Kids Process Grief

I find that each of my boys processes grief a little differently even though they have been raised the same. It’s actually kind of fascinating. With the recent loss of our Allie, I got to see how different my boys truly are.   My oldest seems to get angry first. Then he goes to sad.… Continue reading How Kids Process Grief

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Goodbyes Suck

Saying goodbye is not easy. Frankly, it completely sucks, especially when it’s your best friend. We had to send our precious girl over the rainbow to play with her big brother and my heart hurts. We’ve never not had a dog in the house. The boys have always had a dog. Allie was my furry… Continue reading Goodbyes Suck

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Together We’re Stronger #BeTheVoice

I sometimes talk to her just like she’s sitting there in the passenger seat of my car. 17 years today and I still can’t believe it. The pain isn’t as raw but the sadness I feel every December 3rd is still there, just as strong. Mostly through the year I celebrate her smile and laughter… Continue reading Together We’re Stronger #BeTheVoice