Tag Archives: grief

I know exactly how you feel

Posted on March 2, 2017 by hessd

Well first, can it possibly be true? Can anyone who is not me know just how I feel? No. It cannot be. But it can be largely true? Yes, and it almost certainly is. I am going to think a … Continue reading →

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He’s really let himself go since his wife died

Posted on August 16, 2014 by hessd

“He has really let himself go since his wife died.” It’s a perfectly ordinary sentiment.  Everyone knows immediately what it means.  He has stopped taking the care necessary to appear properly and behave properly to his companions.  He used to … Continue reading →

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Saving Normal

Posted on May 30, 2013 by hessd

Being “normal” is a little bit of a challenge.  There are several reasons why this is so.  One is that knowing what is “normal” is not always easy.  Then too, being “normal” is not always what one aspires to.  Also, … Continue reading →

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