My grandmother would have turned 97 today. She would also have been horrified that I’m sharing that in a blog post—and even more so that I’m making a fuss about her birthday (she never cared for them). But she knew…
Coping with Grief as a Caregiver
When I arrived at my grandmother’s condo two years ago on this day, I never thought it would be the last time she would be in her home of more than two decades. I had driven almost an hour to…
Summer Highs and Lows
When a season comes to a close, there’s usually a period of reflection afterward. And I had a lot to reflect on this summer. There were new adventures, friendships, and clients. But there was also loss, sadness, and grief. At…
Saying Goodbye to a Loved One
No one can prepare you for how hard it is to say goodbye to a loved one—even if you know the end is near. For the last two years, I’ve wrestled with anticipatory grief, which is a blessing and a…
The Thing About Creating a New Routine…
One of the first things I thought about as I processed my grief and the loss of my grandmother was my routine. Visiting her in the nursing home wasn’t just my nightly routine, but the part that my day revolved…
