Monthly Archives: August 2019

Everything is different when we grieve – even Back-To-School

Posted on August 28, 2019 by hmertins

  Re-visiting last year’s Back-to-School post because some things do not change. The Labour Day weekend marks the end of summer and the beginning of fall. Bathing suits and beach umbrellas are put away and new jeans and knapsacks donned. … Continue reading →

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Widow Wednesday #2

Posted on August 21, 2019 by hmertins

Widow Wednesday Welcome to Widow(er) Wednesday, where I share what worked, what didn’t work and what could work better. How to support the grieving: Don’t give up on your friends (Part 1) Don’t give up on your friends. Invite them … Continue reading →

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I eat ice cream: a philosophical approach

Posted on August 14, 2019 by hmertins

I like good ice cream. I like eating good ice cream. It tastes wonderful and I am happy when I eat good ice cream. I also like being slimmer. But, when I eat ice cream I do not become slimmer. … Continue reading →

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Widow Wednesdays #1

Posted on August 7, 2019 by hmertins

Widow Wednesdays Welcome to Widow(er) Wednesdays. A new way for me to share what worked, what didn’t work and what could work better. How to support the grieving Invite a widow(er) for dinner in your home – not for lunch … Continue reading →

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