Comments on: Stealth Grief

By: Cynthia Patton

Cynthia Patton — Mon, 29 Jul 2013 05:25:09 +0000

I never thought of grief like a window, but I like the analogy. At this point the days of light are definitely more than the days of sorrow, but I think anyone who reaches middle-age has a few dark days here and there. And without the bitter, the sweet isn’t as sweet.

By: Sue Ellen Schell

Sue Ellen Schell — Sun, 28 Jul 2013 16:02:23 +0000

Grief is like a window. It’s usually shut and you can look in and say oh, yes, and move on. But sometimes that safe window opens of it’s own accord.

I never tell anyone dealing with grief that it gets better, but it changes and the days of light become more than the days of sorrow.

By: Cynthia Patton

Cynthia Patton — Sun, 28 Jul 2013 02:09:22 +0000

We think moving on to a new relationship or adopting a child will “fix” our grief, but it never quite does, does it? That said, I am thrilled for you. Congratulations (once again) on your engagement. You give me hope!

By: Donna Patters

Donna Patters — Sat, 27 Jul 2013 22:43:20 +0000

oh Cynthia! you have written what I have felt! I am finally in a loving relationship, but I still grieve for what could have been!

By: Cynthia Patton

Cynthia Patton — Sat, 27 Jul 2013 21:18:07 +0000

This has been rather minor on the grief scale, but it’s been floating in and out for a couple weeks. I think it was triggered by the death of such a young, successful actor. Addiction really SUCKS! Or maybe because I’ve been trying to focus on my memoir again. Who knows? As you know, grief does not follow any set rules.

I wish you lived closer too, but I am so glad that you are in my life. Virtual hug,
C

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Thu, 25 Jul 2013 16:37:47 +0000

I get those waves too. Sometimes overwhelming, sometimes just a fleeting thought. hang in there my friend– wish I lived closer. –Jenn