My Next Book...

My next book will be on how people get through the grieving process and back into living a fairly normal life. Plenty of books on the shelves describe this process. Plenty of professionals tell us what to do and what to expect. I want to offer up something more — how the people all around us have coped and survived a loss. I want to write something very readable that will help people through those hard times.

Like my first book, A Patchwork of Comforts, I view this book as a little portable support group, only this one will contain a variety of healing processes that readers can relate to. I know this is a very personal subject, but if you’re past that low point in your life, maybe you can pass on your wisdom to help others cope better. The devastation that some losses bring can change our lives forever and never be in the “past”, so if you want to contribute, just write what you can. Everyone’s story is welcome and will add more depth to the finished product.

Even though the death of a loved one is what stands out most, there are other losses throughout the years that we’ve all had to deal with. Here are some prompts that will help trigger your memory: health, meaningful relationships, our youth, independence, freedom, job, home, church, pet or.... a dream. I look forward to your replies.

Won’t you help me to help others through your experiences? Briefly describe your loss, and then tell me the kinds of things that helped heal your heart.