Sad Grief

Sometimes the silent whispers in our heads get so loud we start to believe the noise is real. I have been there, and the whispers almost convinced me that I should not be alive. In that darkness, I took to writing poetry and little positive notes to find light and hope. I had to convince my mind that it gets better. Nothing remains forever, not even the bad days and the sad moments. In this book, I try to make sense of my emotions and navigate the darkness through words. If you find yourself today in the same dark spot, may these poems and little notes give you a reason each day to live, ...

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the world's weight and your own worries? When life's challenges feel too big, where can you find peace? In this book, you will embark on a transformative journey to discover inner peace, gratitude, and resilience. This is a powerful reminder that every challenge, storm, and closed door is an opportunity to connect with the Divine. Through heartfelt reflections and timeless wisdom drawn from God's Book, you will learn to let go of past regrets, find comfort in God's mercy, and embrace the blessings of today. This book is a beacon of hope for anyone seeking ...

Leslie Gray Streeter is not cut out for widowhood. She's not ready for hushed rooms and pitying looks. She is not ready to stand graveside, dabbing her eyes in a classy black hat. If she had her way she'd wear her favorite curve-hugging leopard print dress to Scott's funeral; he loved her in that dress! Looking at widowhood through the prism of race, mixed marriage, and aging, Black Widow redefines the stages of grief, from coffin shopping to day-drinking, to being a grown-ass woman crying for your mommy, to breaking up and making up with God....

Life is characterized by gain and loss. While managing success and the emotions that come with gain presents its own unique problems, it is undoubtedly the pain and grief that are part and parcel of loss that affect us the most. The loss of a parent can be one of the most difficult grieving periods in anyone’s life. It will always hurt to lose a loved one, but there are ways to make it through.

Sometimes love isn’t about where you land…but who catches you on the way down. *** One clumsy fall in LAX and my life shifts midair. He catches me—this gorgeous, maddeningly calm Australian with an accent that short-circuits my brain: "Whoa, we want you on the plane, not under it." He says with a smile that should be illegal. I laugh it off...nervously. Then I board my flight to Sydney… and realize that he’s flying the plane. I’m traveling halfway across the world to adopt a little girl named Dorothy. He’s raising his daughter alone after losing his wife, balancing bedtime ...

Things We Can't Escape: Poetry for the Brokenhearted is a collection of raw and powerful poetry that delves into the depths of heartbreak and pain. Diana Townsend takes the reader on a journey through the complexities of grief and loss, exploring the emotions that come with being brokenhearted. The verses in this book are evocative and moving, leaving the reader with a deeper understanding of the human experience and the things we cannot escape. This book is a must-read for anyone who has ever had their heart broken.

Iced Coffee and Depression is a raw and poignant collection of poetry that explores the complexities of depression and anxiety, the highs and lows of love and heartbreak, and the journey toward healing. Through vivid imagery and candid language, Diana Townsend takes the reader on an emotional journey that is both relatable and deeply personal. Whether you're struggling with mental health issues, recovering from a broken heart, or simply looking for a deeper understanding of the human experience, this book is for you. With its powerful and honest voice, Iced Coffee and Depression is a ...

Jenna Camden knew nothing would be the same again. She felt like a guest in her own home...empty rooms echoed with precious memories, quiet nights filled with shadows of so many cherished yesterdays. Nothing was the same. Not even Christmas.A Christmas love story of hope, courage, and the enduring strength of love… Jenna didn’t have to look around her home with its colorful and shining Christmas decorations, the tall Christmas tree in her front room with the many Christmas ornaments that told in a special way the story of her family, to know that no matter what she did it would never ...

For ten years, Bailey has been haunted by the unsolved mystery of her sister's disappearance. Her life is a quiet echo of that single, shattering moment during a remote family vacation, a psychological landscape of unresolved grief that has defined her entire adult life. What if you could return to the scene of your deepest trauma, not to change the past, but to finally understand the truth? In a twist of fate, Bailey is thrown back in time—a woman with a decade of sorrow trapped in her teenage body on the eve of that fateful trip. The isolated mountain lodge becomes a locked room mystery...

A touching story of eternal love, unbroken promises, and life after death. When young Australian nurse and widow Annie Wilkins leaves for London to assist with the war effort, she promises the three children she leaves behind that she will always be there. Each and every night, Annie diligently writes a letter home to remind her children that she will never be gone as long as she remains in their hearts. As Annie settles into her new life in war-torn London, she faces challenges that she'd never anticipated but the thought of seeing her children again keeps her moving forward. Life at the ...

Hailey Cooper has spent years giving everything she has to her patients—and keeping nothing for herself. As an oncology nurse in a world full of endings, she’s made peace with surviving instead of living. When a new patient enters her care, she begins seeing things differently. Set in Atlanta, windswept is a tender, slow-burn romance about grief, permission, and the kind of love that asks nothing—except that you let it in.

There’s nothing as devastatingly painful as the loss of a loved one. And getting through this pain will be one of the toughest things any of us will go through in our lives. Grief is a universal experience that everyone will endure at one point in their lives, yet it’s also a uniquely individual journey for every one of us.

She’s running from the past. He’s chasing his future. Neither expected love to catch them. Married. Widowed. Alone—by twenty-one. Mac has lost everything, and the only way to survive is to keep moving. Taking a job as a personal chef for a touring band isn’t glamorous, but it’s freedom. An escape. Dean is a rising star with no time for distractions. Music is his world, and love has no place in it. But Mac isn’t just another face in the crowd—she’s a storm he never saw coming. Life on the road is unpredictable, and so is the pull between them. But some pasts don’t stay ...

Having a pet dragon is very fun! He can sit, roll over, and play.... He can candle a birthday cake, light a campfire, or so many other fun things that will make you laugh.... But sometimes, not every story is a happy one.... What if your dragon is suffering from a loss of a loved one? What if he’s sad, angry, and heartbroken because his loved one passed away, and he cries and cries and cries? What should you do? You teach him about grief and loss. You explain death to him and help him get through this difficult time!

OLD PUP. It’s never too late … In a melancholy mood? Spend an hour with the families in these tales, and meet the animals that touch their lives. Abby – Older man, younger wife, and the secret weapon that can rip them apart – or bring them closer together. Old Pup – The story that tells a lie, and the dog who doesn’t want a family. Or does he? Death Be Not a Pussy – A broken man living in darkness, and the plight of a cat named Midnight. Even the longest night can fade into daylight again. Wrong Before – As a shadowed sparrow chirrs a warning, a daughter’s love travels ...

A tale of grim realism, “The Fugu Feast” was originally published in On the Premises magazine (November 2012). This dark short story offers an inside look at a fictional suicide camp.

She's given it her best shot...more than that and more than once...now it is all about starting over. A story of family with all its twists and turns and complications.Pamela Andersen Handen loves her husband. She always has. Finding out what he did to cause problems for her brother was bad enough. Finding out he intentionally set up their son to bear the blame was more than she could deal with. Now, not even two weeks after the death of their mother, she’s on a cross-country-train trip with her aunt. Will distance and time help her to find the answers she’s looking for? And if so…...

In Grief, Michael Cholbi presents a groundbreaking philosophical exploration of this complex emotional event, offering valuable new insights about what grief is, whom we grieve, and how grief can ultimately lead us to a richer self-understanding and a fuller realization of our humanity.

Real stories and real feedback on what should be said, what should be kept to yourself, and what can be done when trying to support someone you care about as they navigate loss. Breaking Sad helps us start conversations through its personal stories and suggestions from everyday survivors, bringing us all to a place where we can more comfortably offer support and caring to people when they need it most.

Grief, especially grieving the loss of someone, is deep sorrow. Often overwhelming, it is a strong emotion. It is true whether you are grieving the loss of a loved one or facing a fatal medical report. Loss is a tragic event that affects us all. Grief has no schedule. You may, however, progress through some common stages. Each person's grief path is unique. Grief stages don't follow a set order. Understanding these factors may help you understand some of your emotions. Whether you are planning funeral readings or grieving the loss of someone dear. You will find comfort in the Psalms.