Tag Archives: bereavement

grief is sneaky

Posted on December 21, 2011 by

Grief is sleeked. It hides on the edge of things and catches me unawares. It lurks in envelopes with thoughtful cards and kind letters. It turns relief at not doing annoying tasks into loss at not needing to do them. It … Continue reading →

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managing expectations

Posted on December 14, 2011 by

Internet problems today, uugh. I much prefer being connected to the outside world than looking round the house, avoiding jobs. This post is an attempt to not avoid the elephant on top of the Christmas tree …   The postman is bringing … Continue reading →

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november

Posted on November 14, 2011 by

All Saints All Souls Month of the Holy Souls Armistice Day Remembrance Sunday A Mass for the dead of the parish (wonderful, emotional, meaningful) A service of remembrance for the dead of the parish (reflective, fine, with moments of cheek biting … Continue reading →

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the last time, honestly

Posted on November 11, 2011 by

Some of you have read me gush about the Incredible Singing Cousins. Last night, they were at it again. A service for the dead of the parish over the last year. Each of the priests made me cry. Carrying up … Continue reading →

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