Category Archives: Living with grief

Enough.

October is now here, my kids have settled back into school- (yr 10 & 6th form..eek!), and I realise how true it is that time really does go by faster the older you become! It’s been 7 months since I … Continue reading

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Behind The Smile…

I always feel nostalgic at this time of year, remembering both the highs and lows of last year, wondering what this year will bring. Yet again I feel frustrated at all the things I didn’t do last year, frustrated that … Continue reading

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Forever in our Hearts

Heather Words cannot express, All I would like to say, ‘Sorry’ just doesn’t seem enough, To sum up that fateful day. The world has been robbed, Of a truly beautiful soul, She was one of life’s best, But she didn’t … Continue reading

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A few thoughts to bring in the New Year……

    Today we’ve been tidying away the Christmas tree, putting all the decorations carefully and lovingly back into their boxes, ready for next year, so we can start the new year fresh and clean. …….I guess that’s what I … Continue reading

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One Year On

Today marks a year since my dad passed away. It’s gone by so fast, and because he lived in Nz, the other side of the world from me, I guess it’s been more the little things I have missed. We … Continue reading

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2017- The Year Of BRAVE!

  Last year was a pretty tough year for me, and many others I know too. Over the last few weeks I have been thinking about it, and if I’m totally honest starting to feel a little sorry for myself. … Continue reading

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What 2016 has taught me.

2016 has been a difficult year not just for me, but many others I know. But I think it’s through the trials of life that we learn, change and grow the most- and I have certainly learnt a lot this … Continue reading

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