This is part of our Diverse Expression of Grief series, written by Hilary Dockray. Samhain is an old Gaelic festival with a long and interesting history. In this installment of the Diverse Expressions of Grief series, we will explore its origins, how it is celebrated today, and its contribution to the world’s collection of “festivals […]
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We start blogging again this week after a much-needed holiday break! Look for new installments of our Diverse Expressions of Grief series, written by Hilary Dockray, updates on our Healing Garden from Angela Carver, and later this month we’ll introduce you to our Interns! The new year starts with chilly days, and it can be
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Across the country, we are grieving for last week’s tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut. Here at The Christi Center, we know that grief can strike unexpectedly and with a magnitude we never could have known. Our hearts are with all the families who are now walking the difficult grief journey together. We pray that in time,
Last Sunday, over 300 friends of The Christi Center gathered for our Annual Candlelight Remembrance Service. We host this event each year to give families a chance to come together during the busy (and often, difficult) holiday season to remember and honor lost loved ones. We hang photos of loved ones on our 20-ft tall
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Does your family have a special recipe that has been passed down, or a story that goes along with a recipe? Family recipes can make great traditions and also remind us of our loved ones. Here are a few favorites from Christi Center clients and friends – and if you have any to share, please
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Wondering what sort of family traditions – holiday and otherwise – that some of your friends and family have? I asked Christi Center members, friends, and family to share their traditions with me. Many of these traditions pay tribute to loved ones, and some traditions were in fact created to pay tribute to loved ones.
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Perform a Random Act of Kindness, in honor of your loved one! We would love to know what Random Act of Kindness you did, and how it honors your loved one. Here is a list of resources and ideas: The Random Acts of Kindness Foundation – Inspiring people to practice kindness and pass it on
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Have you ever noticed hearts in nature? Why would stones, leaves, and other natural things occur in heart shapes? I don’t have a scientific answer, but I feel like mother nature herself is trying to support me by showing me that even in nature, love exists. What do you think? Here at the Christi Center,
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(written by Marty Tousley and originally posted on her blog, Grief Healing.) Depending upon where you are in your grief journey, at some point you may feel the need to channel your pain, as well as the time and energy once devoted to your relationship with your loved one, into something productive and meaningful ~
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Tree decorating is a common family tradition during the holidays. My grandmother started an ornament collection for me as soon as I was born. Each year she purchased a holiday ornament for me. My mother kept each year’s ornament and when I moved into my own home, I received my collection of ornaments. I haven’t
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