Parent Column – September 2022
Bridges from a loss My son Adam took his own life 13 years ago. Adam was a loving, caring soul that always helped whoever he could. Immediately after Adam’s death I did what I could to stay connected to his spirit, his unique caring energy. Although mortally...College Presidents Pen Admissions Essays
College Presidents Pen Admissions...Co-Presidents’ Message – August 2022
Greetings, I hope this summer brings you the calm, energy, and renewal that you may be seeking (I know I always am). As I often try to sit and remember the fine details and specifics of a life taken from my family way too soon, I’m reminded of the things we carry with...Healing Tip – August 2022
In my professional education, clinical training, and personal practice of yoga, meditation or even my childbirth experiences, I have learned and practiced a number of ideas designed to help encourage, accept, and heal your thoughts and by extension your...Co-Presidents’ Message – July 2022
This month will be six years since my family and I lost my older brother, LB. July 3rd is the day he died and July 6th is the day we said our goodbyes to him at his funeral, but in between those dates, our family also has reason to celebrate. July 5th is my...Healing Tip of the Month – July 2022
July is Bereaved Parents Awareness month. On the heels of Mental Health Awareness Month, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and Memorial Day, it can sometimes feel like there is always a reminder of our grief. We hope that each day or month of awareness is another...Co-President’s Message – July 2022
A lot of people are wondering if we will ever experience the world the way we did before COVID-19 disrupted it. If I am being honest, I wondered that too for a little while, but I haven’t in a long time. How do we go back to the way something was after...The death of a child and the risk of cardiovascular diseases
The death of a child and the risk of cardiovascular diseases I was in the middle of getting my doctorate 14 years ago when my son, Steven, 29, was killed in a brutal car accident and incompetent roadside care. I knew my world was turned upside down. I expected the...LI News Radio – Non-profit voice with COPE Foundation & Family and Children’s Association
LI News Radio – Non-profit voice with COPE Foundation & Family and Children’s Association