"From Mourning to Mending" ™ -

“Love is not written on paper, for paper can be erased.
  Nor is it etched on stone, for stone can be broken.
  But it is inscribed on a heart and there it shall remain
   forever.”                                                     Unknown


People everywhere are hurting from grief and loss. Most do not have any idea how to deal with the losses that they have suffered. Many try to push on, as if nothing has happened.

Others turn to maladaptive (self-destructive) behaviors such as misusing medication, drinking alcohol to excess or taking drugs in an attempt to escape the pain they feel.

Still others bury their hurt, anger and grief inside themselves – only to have it resurface at another time, usually in another form, such as a physical illness or even an emotional / mental illness.


Please see "Matthew" and "My Story".
 
 This picture is my "positive visualization". I had to get a different picture in my mind than one I had after we lost our
 son. (Click the picture above for access to a special page.)


It is our hope that the information and ideas we give you here will empower you to take action for yourself. We hope to help you to understand the Grief Process and to offer suggestions on ways of dealing with grief.



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NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION HOTLINE
Please call 1-800-273-TALK (8255)

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We also have several new ways to help memorialize your loved ones. Please take minute to see our Jewelry and Bonsai Zokei.




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We also want to encourage you to seek professional help – when and if needed.


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Here is a link to one of my favorite websites for help in dealing grief and mourning.


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