The Firsts...
After losing a loved one
The first holiday without them…
The first new year without them…
The first birthday without them…
The first birthday they won’t be here for anymore…
The first anniversary without them…
The first time doing something you used to always do without them…
The first time doing something new without them…
Over the last few weeks, several people I know personally have lost someone close to them. Not to mention the number of people over the last few years who’ve lost someone close to them, it’s hard when there isn’t much one can say.
Today, I want to hold space to acknowledge and to feel the grief, the heartache, the pain, and the firsts that will be coming.
Things I read/do to process moments of grief:
Make a donation
Look at cute animal videos
Check in with friends
Start a new hobby
Start a new tradition in honor of the person