Tag Archives: death

Two years later…

Posted on May 11, 2014 by itwillneverhappen2me

Two years ago feels like yesterday. That is how clearly I remember Mother’s Day of 2012. I had only been out of the hospital for a few days and didn’t know where were my life was headed. I full on … Continue reading →

Posted in Life After Divorce | Tagged death, Divorce, fear, Grief, life after divorce, loss, Relationships, Suicide | 1 Comment

Conversations with Matthew

Posted on October 20, 2013 by itwillneverhappen2me

Matthew is my nine year old grandson. In his brief time on earth he has experienced things most adults wish to avoid. He is an old soul. Being a grandparent to Matthew is the only thing in life that has ever … Continue reading →

Posted in Children, Family, Grandchildren, Loss, Uncategorized, Violence | Tagged children, Conversation, death, family, grandparents, homosexuality | Leave a comment

No Wise Words Ever Stopped the Bleeding

Posted on July 10, 2013 by itwillneverhappen2me

I observed a man interrupt a woman sharing her grief from the recent loss of her mother with a platitude. Immediately the woman became quiet. Withdrawn. The man appeared pleased. He thought he had helped. I have seen this happen … Continue reading →

Posted in Loss | Tagged death, Grief, Grief Loss and Bereavement, Mental Health | 4 Comments

The Story of Us and other Random Poetry

Posted on June 23, 2013 by itwillneverhappen2me

Us Hands Touching / Lips lightly grazing Me. You —Us Together Ours souls touch / Meet in the middle Become One Your face / the stubble rough against my palm The scratch is good / soft is the moment Love … Continue reading →