Tag: Childloss
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He’s been gone longer than the years he was here
Six years ago today, on November 17, Zackaël left us after a tragic accident. Not a day goes by that I don’t think of him. In the post, I describe how time feels and how I would sometimes have a recurring dream of finally getting that last hug I never got.
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In a Blink of an Eye
Five years ago, our lives were forever changed. To celebrate Zackaël’s life, I’ve written 10 things I loved about Zackaël.
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3, 2, 1 … I Miss You
I share a slideshow of memories of Zackaël and I, which displays our love and our mother-son relationship.
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Grieving During the Holidays
I talk about grief and the holidays, and the best ways to support someone who is grieving. An infographic of typical holiday activities is included which illustrates how grief might affect the holidays.
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A Facebook Group for Grieving Parents
I share the reasons why I created a new Facebook Group and the unique aspects of this online group.
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Did Lisa Marie Presley Die of a Broken Heart?
I talk about how Lisa Marie Presley’s death may be linked to Broken Heart Syndrome. I also include facts from studies about how a death of a child takes a physical toll on the heart.
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Facing the New Year while Grieving
A new year is a new year without our loved one. Time passes but the pain remains. The transition to a new year does not make grief less important.
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The Neville-Lake Double Tragedy and How it Could Have Been Avoided
I share my opinion about the Neville-Lake double tragedy and how it could have been avoided.
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He asked for so little, but gave so very much
I share a copy of the eulogy I wrote and gave at Zackaël’s funeral, and a video excerpt from the funeral.
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Choosing the Right Headstone for your Loved One
Choosing a headstone for a loved one is difficult, even more so when it’s your own child. I talk about our real-life experience with selecting a headstone and about a new technology (Impact Etching vs Laser Etching).
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Zackaël : Guardian Angel of Route 323
Today marks the 2 year anniversary of the accident. I share my experience of going to the accident site for the first time, where we have a roadside memorial.
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November is here
I write about some dreams that I have as a grieving mother. I include photos of the new stickers and panels I had ordered in honour of Zackaël.