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Aim to Push Boundaries

Originally published in July 2025 in Blog, Books on Grief

Writing a book is an act of courage. So is reading one, especially if it’s a topic that scares the bejesus out of you — like losing your parents, losing your democracy, or watching your country lose its humanity while you still have yours.

Inking Your Grief

Originally published in May 2025 in Blog, Books on Grief, Grief

“Inking Your Grief” is a popular talk on loss Alison Garwood-Jones

For Mother’s Day

Originally published in May 2025 in Blog, Grief

“Grief comes in waves, and Alison’s book, I Miss My Mommy, is designed with that in mind. You can pick it up and put it down, noodle on something, and return to it when you’re ready.” ~ Delia Grenville

Grief and the Truth About Life

Originally published in April 2025 in Blog, Grief

Social media is mostly broken. But there are sporadic green shoots pushing through the muck that show human progress is possible and necessary. One of those shoots is our return to acknowledging grief in public. I’m talking about the hand-in-hand social media meme that announces the passing of a parent, spouse, friend or pet. (I’ve […]

Book Reco: The Boys

Originally published in February 2025 in Blog

“But first, the Tranya …” Now that I’ve got your attention, I want to recommend a book that will lighten the load and boost your spirits. “The Boys” is a memoir by brothers Ron and Clint Howard, two showbiz kids with a remarkably grounded appreciation for life. This is a love story that looks back […]