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Nikki Meyler Miller's avatar

All of these are really good tips for grieving, Pam. I, too, relied heavily on my faith, which kept my sanity in those first few months. They were excruciating!

And, this parents club of grieving hearts is like nothing else I've ever experienced. I feel so close to many people I have never met, as we share and buoy each other along.

Pam McCarty's avatar

It’s amazing how you can connect with like souls in pain. They are our tribe because we understand their pain.

Nikki Meyler Miller's avatar

I think that's it. We shy away from pain like fire unless we understand it. When we've already walked through it, and survived, we no longer fear it. The experience makes the difference.

Pam McCarty's avatar

You are correct. Nothing can be worse than what we’ve been through.

Sheryl Elliott's avatar

Spot on, Pam. Life goes on but is never the same...with days of joyful gratitude and days of sorrow as we remember our loved ones and the experiences they never got the chance to have. I truly don't know how people make it through the grief journey without faith and supportive friends.

Pam McCarty's avatar

It would be miserable to go through profound grief alone. So glad we have each other with our group.

Kate Smedley's avatar

Words from the heart and borne of experience that will bring comfort to all who grieve Pam. ❤️

Pam McCarty's avatar

Thanks Kate. Experience is our teacher.

Natalia Francesca Pointer's avatar

God is with us in it all, and especially the most excruciating moments in life. His presence is with us in the pain. Thanks for this reminder Pam.🙏

Pam McCarty's avatar

It’s what got me through the grief my faith.

Lisa S. Graves's avatar

well said and yes tragic death has really brought me to a deeper faith and well of compassion, empathy.

Pam McCarty's avatar

I agree. You can feel others grief and have compassion.