Tag Archives: Grief

To Those at the Edge of the Abyss, the Comforters and Comforted

Posted on September 23, 2018 by

Photo credit: Jon Tyson I believe most people find themselves at the edge of the deep and dark abyss at some point(s) in their lives. There are times when it can be a great act of courage just to get … Continue reading →

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Big Hearts and Small

Posted on June 1, 2017 by

Having a big heart can lead to greater pain when it breaks, but having a small heart leads to a lifetime of suffering. With Love, Russ  

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Being There

Posted on September 29, 2016 by

Many of the most powerful moments in my life, the times I feel the most alive, the most useful, and the most connected to everyone and everything are those times I am there when someone needs me the most. Just … Continue reading →

Posted in Anger, Friendship, Gratitude, Healing, Pain & Grief, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , | 8 Comments

My Old Friend is Gone

Posted on June 3, 2016 by

Duke collapsed yesterday morning and had a hard time getting up. I rushed him to the vet, they examined him and had me bring him to the emergency medical hospital last night. He kept getting worse and became non-responsive this … Continue reading →

Posted in Dealing with Pain & Grief, Dogs & Other Wonderful Creatures, Loss, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , | 44 Comments

The Way Out is Often Through

Posted on August 11, 2015 by

In my last post I mentioned some things I want to expand a bit on. I believe that attempts to quickly end suffering (or just go numb for a while because the pain is so bad) often leads to addictions … Continue reading →

Posted in Adversity, Courage, Dealing with Pain & Grief, Fear, Growth/Learning, LIfe Lessons, Loss, Suffering, Teamwork | Tagged , , , , | 13 Comments

Hello Again

Posted on October 26, 2014 by

It has been nearly a month since my last post. Much has happened during that time. I plan to update you all when I come up for air. It may be another two to four weeks before I get back … Continue reading →

Posted in Adversity, Connection/Connecting, Dealing with Pain & Grief, Pain & Grief, Relationship Lessons Learned | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 37 Comments

Mr. Rogers on Crying

Posted on August 25, 2014 by

Mr. Rogers could and would stand in the fire with people who were going through tough times. That’s a great kind of friend to have. With Love, Russ

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