tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32529371.post8481258939118977938..comments2024-03-20T01:42:15.078-06:00Comments on Adrienne Graves - Life with Intention: Roller CoastersAdriennehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04101665341916407243noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32529371.post-2703877646863611202007-11-02T10:50:00.000-06:002007-11-02T10:50:00.000-06:00Yesterday was the one year anniversary of our son ...Yesterday was the one year anniversary of our son James' "angel day". We celebrated his life by planting a tree at his favorite place - summer camp. It was sad, but oh so beautiful. A friend of mine and fellow traveler on this grief journey put it rather well when she got through the one year anniversary of her husband's passing. She said it was only the last day of the worst year of her life. I kept that in mind as Jimmy's day approached and it made the anxiety of anticipation much less. <BR/><BR/>Just remember the roller coaster always comes to a stop on level ground. <BR/><BR/>Keeping you and Noah in my prayers, Danika's (and Jimmy's)MomThe Hungry Academichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06383496916504459130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32529371.post-14614532319580447182007-11-01T19:53:00.000-06:002007-11-01T19:53:00.000-06:00Dear Adrienne,Having gone through one anniversary ...Dear Adrienne,<BR/><BR/>Having gone through one anniversary of her death, two wedding anniversaries, two of her birthdays, and one complete cycle of holidays (including two Mother's Days) I have found that the anticipation is worse than the actual day. The four others in my grief support group who have lost their spouses agree with that experience. That having been said, none of us have lost a precious child as you and Jason have, and no one's grief is exactly like everyone else's. Know this: that we will pray for you both as these days of special meaning come and pass.<BR/><BR/>Gratefully,<BR/><BR/>MiltMilthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14420114149027493924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32529371.post-24026600307173655692007-11-01T06:41:00.000-06:002007-11-01T06:41:00.000-06:00That is some deep and intense stuff happening with...That is some deep and intense stuff happening with the group therapy. It leaves me wondering how my sister and her family got through losing their 12 yr old, Zach, without it. Well... "got through it" isn't exactly the appropriate phrase anyway, and if they could have been guided along their journey of grieving it may have made a world of difference as to where they are now. <BR/><BR/>Man, this stuff is so hard!<BR/><BR/>Keep walkin' my friend. I just love you so much.Karenkoolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07458924226091801430noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32529371.post-21365621612667542652007-10-30T20:08:00.000-06:002007-10-30T20:08:00.000-06:00i pray your seatbelt stays tightly fastened... the...i pray your seatbelt stays tightly fastened... the belt of truth around your waist, the helmet of salvation... may you stay safe and secure on the ride of life.<BR/>heidi jo wAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32529371.post-55402220101017108662007-10-30T09:19:00.000-06:002007-10-30T09:19:00.000-06:00Hi friend. I agree, life is a series of roller co...Hi friend. I agree, life is a series of roller coasters. I think of those crazy people who compete to see how long they can stay on a roller coaster. One 2 minute ride might be exciting, but any more than that and it's nauseating. I think the ride is different, though, when we're not aiding and abetting our own roller coaster rides. You're doing the best you can with what you've been given. And during those times when you can't "do" anything at all, the people who love you are grateful to carry your burden.<BR/><BR/>And as a side note...you are great. Period. No need to worry about shoulds and ought to's. :-)<BR/><BR/>I love you!<BR/>ErinErin Szczerbahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14371304911109610455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32529371.post-7350313281658291592007-10-30T08:17:00.000-06:002007-10-30T08:17:00.000-06:00I just read your post below about those ladies cut...I just read your post below about those ladies cutting Em off mid-sentence. SHAME ON THEM!!! I hate it when people totally ignore kids. I loved visiting that little bit with Em. She is so smart and such a sweetie! It was fun to visit with you and I am glad you guys made it back okay. Love you all!!!Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09926323450434969253noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32529371.post-84177701492616642852007-10-30T00:57:00.000-06:002007-10-30T00:57:00.000-06:00Ade,I love you so much and think about you everyda...Ade,<BR/>I love you so much and think about you everyday. I have been crying lately everytime I read the blog. I really miss our little guy and just feel extremely sad inside he isn't here. I am praying for you guys. Love always,<BR/>Tonja<BR/>P.S. I can't wait to see you guys!tonjahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03113823745777778990noreply@blogger.com