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Doug invites you to log in and post comments at the end of each blog entry. He looks forward to hearing from you.


Note: Click on the blue button of each category to find all of the articles, past and present, for that specific category.


Now you can email Doug directly

Writing a blog without feedback is like singing a solo on a mountain in a high wind. In an effort to make it easier for you to respond and to give more feedback, we have set up a special email address so you can communicate directly with Doug: doug977@gmail.com


The New Edition of Don't Take My Grief Away From Me has arrived

Go to www.InSightBooks.com for Doug's latest edition of this much loved book.


Also see the New Edition of Building Memories: Planning a Meaningful Funeral. 

Current  Archive  
The Needs of GriefOld Friends
Thursday, May 27, 2010 
One of the sad truths about grief is that we not only lose a loved one, but, many times we lose friends as well. I talk a lot in these posts about finding safe people. We need people who feel safe to us. People we don’t have to worry... Read More
    
The Journey of GriefThe Forgotten Ones
Friday, May 21, 2010 
I remember some group finally allowing me to speak about the grief following a miscarriage or a stillbirth. That was a rare experience since most people consider this minor grief that passes rather quickly. At the end... Read More
    
The Mysteries of GriefAbandoned
Monday, May 10, 2010 
I am currently corresponding with several readers who have taken advantage of the special email address posted here. The day may come when the volume overwhelms me and I will be forced to stop, but so far it has been something I enjoy and learn from. One of my email friends sent me this note last week... Read More
    
The Needs of GriefIt Takes a Family 2
Wednesday, May 05, 2010 
The night before my grandmother’s funeral my father suggested that we go have a visit with her. We went to the funeral home, sat beside her body, and told stories for two hours. I do not remember much about her funeral but I will always remember... Read More
    
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