After Life

thoughts to support grief and dying

This is a collection of personal writings about my experiences and understanding of grief and death, designed to help others prepare for the death of a loved one and navigate the grieving process. I have lost someone in just about every kind of relationship except for losing a child. This is normal for people in my age group. But I find that sharing my observations and what I have learned helps give each death a little more meaning. If I can learn and help through their death, it is as if they shared the lessons with you too. I hope these articles that I post will help.

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Song for the Grieving
Preparing for a Loved One's Death
It's Their Life
Music to Support Dying
Love and Service
The Bedside Death Vigil
Planning a Memorial Celebration
Grieving a Spouse
Letting Go
Where Did They Go?
The Sun Will Come Out
Supporting Someone Who Is Grieving
Preparing for Your Own Death
The Flying Porta Potty
Every Grief Is Different