How to Provide End-of-Life Care For Your Pet
While it will never be an easy time, there are ways to make it a kinder and more compassionate one—for you and your pet.
My Late Mother’s Fur Coat is Horrifying—But I Can’t Bring Myself to Throw It Out
As I opened a garbage bag and got ready to stuff it inside, I noticed something...
Living Through Loss: Strategies for Coping With the Death of a Loved One
The feelings of loss that follow the death of a loved one can at times seem unbearable. Although there's no...
In the 1950s, My Mom Became the First Woman to Fly Solo for Canadair
A heartwarming tribute to a mother who loved "dancing in the clouds."
The Ultimate Guide to End of Life Planning
Preparing for the end now can save your loved ones plenty of heartache—and money—later on. These practical tips will help...
Those Three Little Words
Remembering to say “I love you” can make all the difference in the world.
If You’ve Ever Grumbled About a Neighbour Who Keeps Their Christmas Lights Up Year-Round, You ...
A heartwarming reminder of the power of kindness.
Never Say This at a Funeral
Struggling to find the right words to convey sympathy at a funeral? Even the most well-intentioned comments can come across...
Saying Goodbye to My Beloved Horse
Losing this lifelong equine companion was heartbreaking.
After My Husband Died, My Children Honoured Him With a Very Special Quilt
A blanket made from my husband's old clothes helps us to remember his extraordinary—and ordinary—life.
How to Get Through Mother’s Day Without Your Mom
Mother's Day can be incredibly painful after losing your mom. Here's practical advice on how to cope, from women who...
How I Said Goodbye to My Beloved Horse
During my horse Roany’s final days, our extraordinary bond only grew stronger.
How Traditional Tips Can Help Us Mourn in the Modern Era
There is no easy way to work through loss, but historical advice can help mourners chart a healthy path through...
How Prince Harry Coped with Princess Diana’s Death
Although the people lost their princess on Aug. 31, 1997, Prince Harry lost his mother.
How My Mother-in-Law’s Casserole Brought Us Together During Quarantine
Even though she lost her husband of 50 years two months before lockdown, my mother-in-law still delivered dinners and other...
This Powerful Story Will Convince You to Stop Saying “Let Me Know If You Need Anything”
What does someone who has suffered a sudden trauma and grief most need?
