It is January of a new year, 2022. In most years it is traditional to define a few resolutions we wish to accomplish, which are […]
Holidays
Simplified Holidays During a Pandemic
We will all experience many types of loss during the holiday season because of the pandemic; loss of holiday activities, loss of family gatherings, loss […]
Being Thankful during a Pandemic
The pandemic is and has taken its toll on everyone from those who have become ill, even dying, to school at home, unemployment, financial challenges, […]
Dealing with Grief During the Holidays
By Paulina Rael Jaramillo Grief and the emotions that accompany the loss of a loved one is an agonizing experience and during the holidays it […]
Preserving Family Traditions during the Holidays
There are several holidays which occur during the winter months. The most advertised is Christmas. But there is also Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Ramadan and Diwali. Most […]
Finding Enjoyment in the Holidays
Between October31st and January 6th there are several holidays that are celebrated around the world and in the USA. The most well recognized is Christmas […]
Balancing the Past and the Present during the Holidays
For those who have experienced great losses, whether loss of loved ones, separation from family, or other tragedies our emotions during the holidays are always […]
Joy to the World
During the Christmas season we talk about and sing about Joy. The season of Advent talks about the Joy of celebrating the birth of Christ. […]
Handling Grief and Loss during the Holidays
Holiday festivities, especially at Christmas, present challenges as we grieve the passing of a loved one. Music, decorations and seasonal activities remind us of past […]
Thankfulness and Healing
And like any injury a scar is left.The length of time it takes for us to heal is determined by many factors; the depth of […]