Hope (verb): Want something to happen or be the case Caveat: As always, all thoughts, musings, anger are my own. I know that it’s difficult knowing what to say – it’s now four months since Summer passed away and I …
Juggling Through Grief
Circus (noun): A travelling company of acrobats, clowns, and other entertainers which give performances, typically in a large tent. It does feel as though there’s a circus in my head: all of the frenzy, none of the fun. Picture the …
Miscarriage
Etymology (noun): The study of the history and origin of words In the same way I felt about the word grief, I want to explore the word MISCARRIAGE. I already know where I’m going with this blog: the word doesn’t …
Medical Insensitivity
Salt in the wounds (phrase, informal): To make a difficult situation even worse for someone Let’s be clear from the outset, I love the NHS: Great institution, fantastic values, good and diligent people. Lots of my family and friends work …
Misconceptions
Misconception (noun): A view or opinion that is incorrect because it’s based on faulty thinking or understanding People may think we don’t want to be reminded of their deaths We’re terrified that people will forget People may think there’s not …
The Story of her Name
Summer (noun): The warmest season of the year, in the northern hemisphere from June to August and in the southern hemisphere from December to February Devi: (noun, Hinduism): The Sanskrit word for “goddess”, meaning heavenly, divine, anything of excellence Is grief …
Grief Disguised
Disguise (verb): Give a different appearance in order to conceal one’s identity We all know so little about grief. We know it’s not linear, that it can hit you at any time. But I think the majority of us who …
12 Weeks
Decision (noun): The action or process of deciding something or of resolving a question We all know the convention: when you’re pregnant, you’re supposed to wait until your baby is 12 weeks to share the happy news. My husband has …
Judgement
Assessed (verb, past tense): Evaluate or estimate the nature, ability or quality of someone The first verbal conversation you have with EVERY SINGLE PERSON after you’ve experienced loss, can bring a lot of anxiety. It’s why my phone might start …
Beliefs and Coincidences
The Witching Hour (folklore): A time of night associated with supernatural events Disclaimer: Please note that what follows is an exploration of my faith. I, in no way, assert myself as learned in this field and do not intend any offence. …