There is no point in pretending otherwise. For many, Mother’s Day is difficult. If not for you, it is emotive for someone you know who is

It’s inevitable. There will an occasion — a special family event — when you confront again, the unavoidable and crushing reality. Your special person(s) will

It was my worst nightmare. Receiving news that my son, Jordan, had died was the very thing I prayed would never happen. Losing my child

Hello. I’m Desi-Ann, I grew up in a matriarchal home, so everything was about mummy. My father lived with us for only a few years

No matter how small, your offer of love and your patient presence create a pathway to hope for a grieving soul. Inspiring Hope Heroes (grief

You can’t fix the pain of someone’s loss, but with empathy you can help to carry it.   How is it possible to help carry

But what if you’re only acquaintances? You’ve got your own loss to navigate. You may not feel brave enough to reach out. Can you defer to

Not just once, but twice it happened. The first time was mildly disappointing but the second time stung. Between the span of ten months, a

How can we ignite HOPE in a crisis? Inspiration comes from a variety of sources. Mine are often sparked by the generous and compassionate acts

The world has turned upside down. Change has been sudden and traumatic. Nothing feels familiar. We find ourselves navigating through a “cornerbend” on a steep

Dear Hope Hero, You may think that your act of kindness was rather insignificant. I want to make something crystal clear. You matter! The way