mourning

Widow’s Weeds

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For whatever reason, what keeps coming to mind lately is “widow’s weeds,” stemming from the custom of a widow wearing all black clothing for a year or longer following the death of her husband. Since Queen Victoria of England wore all black for 40 years following the death of her … Read more…

When a Friend is Grieving

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Grief is a very personal journey and a very long one. It is different for every family and for every individual. We can never, ever assume that someone will be “over it” in a few weeks or months. They will not be! I hope I never have to hear another … Read more…