The Badidas: Learning to Live

Some Days are Really Tough

Valentine's Day can be a difficult day of grieving for a person who has lost a loved one. For some this may be their first Valentine's day without their loved one.

Remember that the happiness you experienced with your loved one belongs to you forever. The memories created are yours to keep, hold close and share.

Part of Learning to Live Again after loss is creating new traditions that honor the memory of the person you've lost while also creating space for new experiences and connections. As time goes on your heart will open up to these possibilities.

But this year you may choose to simply grieve and that is okay. Grief is a complex and individual process, and people navigate it differently. Being patient with yourself is an important aspect of the journey.

Whatever you decide I hope that you dedicate some time to self-care and know the God's love is always there, through the tears, the grief, and the healing.