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Dealing with Death
Asked by D.L. from Jonesboro
on February 10, 2008
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My brother passed away suddenly last month at the age of 34. My kids loved him very much and he loved them. My son especially misses him since he took him hunting, fis...
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- Hi D. L, First off, I am so very sorry for your family's loss. As you know it is hard for everyone. What I had to do when my grandfather passed away was let my so...
- hi D. and everyone,I totally understand your pain and the kid's, as I lost my baby brother just a little over a year ago. He asked me to move to Arkansas Feb of 2007 s...
- This is a tough one but you can get through it. After loosing my parents and my husbands parents within a 10 year span (and other close friends), here is some of what...
Need Advise
Asked by K.H. from Phoenix
on October 26, 2006
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Recentely, my finace's ex-wife was killed in a car accident. Since this we have had his 2 girls (13 & 8) come live with us permenately. It has been a big adjustment ...
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- My mom died when I was eight years old too. I was so angry. I acted out at that age as well. My father never sought counseling or anything. This is a horrible tragedy ...
- K., I am a grief counselor at Hospice of Arizona. Her acting out is very normal and expected. We in AZ are very lucky to have several bereavement groups that are exclu...
- Hi K., I lost my father at 20 and he was the most influential person in my life. Afterwards I heard that there are 7 or so stages of grieving and whether or not th...
How to Explain That Nana Is Not Coming Home?
Asked by H.W. from Los Angeles
on April 30, 2009
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Hello ladies, I need help. My Nana, who has been very sick for the past few months has been in the ICU for last 7 weeks and passed away yesterday morning. My son, who...
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- First, let me say I'm sorry for your loss. We've actually been in similar situations. My husband has lost two grandparents in the last four months and we have a 3 ...
- H. W., I am very sorry for your loss. It is not an easy task to have to deal with a loss and having to explain to your children their grandmother has passed on. F...
- Hi H.: Please except my sincere condolences.First let me say,that you shouldn't be afraid to show sadness of your Nanas death in front of your son. It's healthy for o...
Death of Someone Close to Us
Asked by M.B. from Houston
on February 4, 2009
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Me and my daughter have lived in our apartment for almost a year. My neighbor was an elderly woman who was so nice to both of us. We saw her about every other day. ...
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- I think as long as she understand death it would be okay to take her. This could help your daughter to say goodbye and understand maybe alittle more about death. It mi...
- Hi M., I'm sorry for your loss. She must have been a real blessing. How about just asking her if she wants to go? I know she doesn't understand what precisely ...
- My grandfather passed away when my daughter was four. She was very close to him. I did take her to the funeral. I read a brochure at the funeral home about children an...
An Infant Death in My Family
Asked by J.C. from Seattle
on September 28, 2008
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My husband and I and my brother and his wife both had babies in the same week, about a month ago. Tragically, their baby was diagnosed with a condition, trisomy 18, t...
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- Hi J., Wow, I must admit that I don't have any words of wisdom for you, but my heart truly goes out to you as well as your brothers family. I'm sure most of the em...
- Haven't read any other replies but in response to this "How can I respond in a way that would be kind and loving in this awkward situation?" I'd say send one last ...
- Wow what a terrible time for all of your family. My advise is give your brother and sister in-law time..they are in so much pain right now! I had a 8 mth old baby die ...
Help!!
Asked by T.S. from Little Rock
on February 24, 2007
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My husband's aunt was diagnosed with cancer about six months ago. She is steadily getting worse and we know her battle is coming to an end. She and I are both religiou...
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- T., I can't help but think about what Oprah has been suggesting for the past couple of years. Celebrate your loved ones before they leave you. Throw your aunt the big...
- Hi T., My name is S.. We lost my husbands Grandpa not too long ago. I was concerned how all my kids would take it especially since we WERE (and did) going to take t...
- I agree, just be as gentle as possible but also as honest as possible when you tell her what is going on. Of course she doesn't need all of the details, just the basi...
What to Do for Friend Who Lost Child?
Asked by S.P. from Dallas
on May 15, 2008
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My request is really aimed at mothers who have had a child pass away.
My oldest friend's 8 year old son was buried yesterday. He died unexpectedly on Saturday. I ...
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- Hi S., It so good that you are wanting to support your friend. I lost a child several years back, and I agree with most that everyone has said. Most people will not ...
- I lost my oldest child 8 years ago when she was almost 2 years old. It was so very hard, but the thing that got us through besides our faith, was our friends and famil...
- 1-I just want to say that the strength of all the women who have lost their children is amazing to me! You must have a special place in Heaven for warriors like all of...
Dealing with Death
Asked by M.S. from Waco
on February 20, 2008
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My father-in-law has had very aggressive prostate cancer for the past 2 years. He is out of treatment options & my husaband & I see this as the beginning of the end. ...
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- I hope your kids and your husband will use this valuable time making good memories with your father-in-law. You will have to take a cue on how he is feeling at the ti...
- Here is a story that might interest you. Don't give up, God answers prayers; "January 3, 2008 On December 12, 2007 my Mom left Methodist Medical Center in despa...
- Hello M., You didn't say whether you father-in-law is in hospice care, but it sounds like that would be a good option for him. Every hospice has a Social Worker who...
Family Dog Dies and 13 Month Old Misses Her Terribly...
Asked by P.B. from Anchorage
on April 13, 2008
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We have had our dog for literally 13 years and just last week she was taken by cancer. I knew that me and my husband would have a hard time with it as she had been a ...
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- We had to put one of our dogs down 2 months ago due to acute kidney failure. Our daughter who was a few months over 3 took it VERY hard. I cannot recommend "Dog Hea...
- Hi P. My family went through this when my daughter was barely 3, and again at 4 (two older dogs). Because I work in the field of the human-animal bond, I knew about a...
- Hi P., I understand your concerns, and the anguish over losing a member of your family. It's not easy when you lose a pet but in time those wounds do heal. I feel ge...
