Coping With Grief and Loss During The Holiday's

Missing Your Loved One 

The Holiday's can be a difficult time for individuals and or families who have lost a loved one.  It will be our first Christmas without my mother-inlaw.  She past away last year on Christmas Eve.  Although our hearts were breaking, we know she was ready to go, and she was at peace believing her faith would bring home with Jesus.  As a Christian, that is the greatest peace for us.  Even though we are saddened by her death, we can rejoice knowing we will see her again.  Comfort comes in many forms, listening, hugs, time, and being with people who support you. 

Some things that my family is doing this year to remember JoAnn, is to enjoy the memories, putting out a favorite ornament on the tree, listening to music, gathering photo's, lighting a candle in her honor, and be present in the moment to express feelings of loss, being ok. 

It's ok to miss your loved one, it takes time, grief is real.  There are professional counselors, who are there to help during grief and loss.  Reach out to a preferred service provider.  Take time to reflect, because those you have lost, made a great impact in your life. 

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