Comments on: Road Trip: Day Seven…”So, You Thought You Were Done, Eh?”

By: Ginny McKinney

Ginny McKinney — Fri, 14 Jul 2017 14:28:36 +0000

In reply to Kathleem Meadows. My heart is with you, dear one. Those firsts are killer but each passing moment brings us closer to relief from the heavy burden of grief. Thank you for sharing and I applaud your bravery! ❤️

By: Ginny McKinney

Ginny McKinney — Fri, 14 Jul 2017 14:26:29 +0000

In reply to Susan. ❤️

By: Ginny McKinney

Ginny McKinney — Fri, 14 Jul 2017 14:26:00 +0000

In reply to Nancy. ❤️

By: Ginny McKinney

Ginny McKinney — Fri, 14 Jul 2017 14:25:25 +0000

In reply to Dee Ann Hess. What a wonderful suggestion, Dee Ann! I have a friend who Zentangles. I love the creativity that comes through. I'll have to give it a shot! ❤️

By: Glenda

Glenda — Fri, 14 Jul 2017 12:21:06 +0000

I so get you! I just got remarried but the grief is still there & every once in a while a memory will pop up & hit me up the side of the head. But I know he is happy for me. So happy for you & your Mr. Fix It!

By: The Camphost in Ohio

The Camphost in Ohio — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 21:38:21 +0000

Love you, Ginny! Rest sweet friend. ?

By: sue

sue — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:33:45 +0000

btw: I think you’d make great speaker at Camp Widow!!

By: sue

sue — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:32:40 +0000

Ginny, may I tell those grieving a mate that WIDOWEDVILLAGE(dot)ORG is a wonderful online support group, and has regional groups for widowed folk of all persuations and loss situations (suicide, accident, long term illness, etc) for discussion, blogging, 24/7 live chat, and even Camp Widow (hotels) on both coasts which are full of useful seminars and kindred spirits. I fully believe those kindred spirits, who are walking the same road, are more helpful than any counseling in this world. Started by and staffed by widowed folk; non-profit and very confidential. Thanks Ginny. My “death-date” is coming up and I’m dreading the waves, but at 8 years, they are getting easier, because I know I pop out the other side. HUGS!

By: Dee Ann Hess

Dee Ann Hess — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 20:23:52 +0000

This year seems to have been nothing but grief and heartache. My beautiful, wonderful boss died suddenly, which lead to me losing my job, then 4 weeks later my dad died, then my son deployed to Afghanistan, then our dearest camping buddy (just turned 60) had a heart attack and is in a coma on life support, and now my mother is ill and needing almost 24/7 care for the past 6 weeks! When does it all end? I’m beat….On our last camping trip with our dearest buddy, I learned how to Zentangle! I’m not even close to having artistic talent, but this form of art is meant for dealing with stress, depression, grief and worrying. It’s a great form of relief that requires very little supplies. Google it and see what you think! I’m hooked! It’s an amazing activity to do while camping, waiting somewhere, and especially when I’m sitting with my 80 yr. old mom. Mom is not able to participate, but she sure loves asking me about my tangles and loves seeing my work. It’s nice to see her excited about something. Just wanted to share this wonderful little hobby that is getting me thru some rough times. Maybe it will provide some respite for someone here. 🙂

By: Ginny McKinney

Ginny McKinney — Thu, 13 Jul 2017 18:51:22 +0000

In reply to Mary Tullila. My heart is with you, dear one. I cannot imagine. ❤️