Birthdays

The other day would have been my Grandpa’s 99th birthday. This is the first of his birthdays that we’ve observed without him physically being present. For many years, we’ve gathered on his birthday and headed out to the restaurant of his choice. Every year since his...

New connections

A week ago today I was in Saskatoon. It was cold, as February in Saskatchewan often is. The cold was only outside! Almost 50 people from across the province met to take another step towards helping the people of Saskatchewan, near and far, have better access to a...
How do I navigate grief during the holidays?

How do I navigate grief during the holidays?

During the holiday season, we can become acutely aware of our losses and griefs, of our sadness and pain. We are in great need of comfort for grief during the holidays. The pain of grief always lurks beneath the surface, but there are many things about holidays that...