Tag Archives: relationships

Fully Alive While Waiting

Posted on January 21, 2015 by Greet Grief

There are a number of bracelets on her emaciated left wrist; some with crystal beads strung on elastic, another with tiny crosses and charms. The purplish-pink one with the letters DNR is the one I notice first. We are visiting … Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Caregivers, death, Faith, family, Grief, Hardships, Lessons from others, Relationships, Transitions, Uncategorized | Tagged acceptance, aging, aunt, death, DNR, dying, elderly, faith, for, God, life, love, mother, rehabilitation, relationships | 2 Comments

Saying Good-bye to Another Dad

Posted on October 16, 2014 by Greet Grief

Our children had four grandfathers because of our unique blended family. If you don’t already know our story read it here. Hank is my first husband’s father, and he was the last one of the grandpas to die. That was … Continue reading →

Posted in death, family, grandparents, Grief, grieving, Healing, Lessons from others, Life's Losses, My story, parents, Reflection, Relationships | Tagged alcoholism, children, daughter, dementia, father-in-law, grandchildren, grandpa, grief, husband, memories, photographer, pictures, relationships, son, stress, Wisconsin Gas Company, WWII | 5 Comments