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Countdown to Christmas
I walk in two worlds–on earth and in heaven. I savor the sweet joy of the “now” but ache for the even sweeter joy of the “forever”.

Melanie
Dec 20, 20242 min read
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Holidays After Loss: Inviting Grief to the Christmas Table
Joy and sorrow both dwell in my soul and I cannot reveal one and hide the other. I may laugh and cry in the same moment.

Melanie
Dec 18, 20242 min read
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More Than a Decade of Christmases. Sigh...
So many people think grief grows smaller over time.
But that’s not it at all.
Grief occupies exactly the same space in my heart.

Melanie
Dec 16, 20243 min read
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Holidays After Child Loss: Some Practical Ideas
There is no "right way" or "wrong way" to handle holidays after losing a child. For many, there is only survival.

Melanie
Dec 11, 20245 min read
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Holidays After Child Loss : Why I Need Grace From Family and Friends
A letter to family and friends that can help them understand (a little) what it's like to face holidays after child loss.

Melanie
Dec 9, 20241 min read
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Holidays After Child Loss: Seven Practical Ways to Help Grieving Hearts
Here are seven practical ways to minister to your grieving friends this Christmas.

Melanie
Dec 4, 20242 min read
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Webinar: Remembering Our Children During the Holidays
I and several other seasoned bereaved parents will share a bit about how to navigate this difficult time of year.

Melanie
Nov 4, 20241 min read
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