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My soulmate and husband, Phil Beaumont, passed on July 29, 2024 . When I arrived at the hospice facility with my neighbor Bob, I was held in a state that was both calm and tearful. I don’t attribute that calmness to my own resilience (though I can be resilient), but rather to powers beyond my understanding and to the kindness extended to me by my neighbors—also friends—Bob and his wife Lori, who so generously welcomed me into their family, along with many locals who embrace

Grief is like a wave in the ocean. Sometimes it rises unexpectedly, leaving us wondering if we will experience this pain for the rest of our lives. There is no single answer to that question because every person's journey is different. Some people eventually go on to live happy, fulfilling lives while maintaining an ongoing connection with the soul of their loved one. For those of us experiencing a more recent loss, however, it takes time for the brain and heart to adjust to

A few days ago, I renewed my lease. On the surface, it was a simple decision. But as I signed the paperwork, I realized it represented something much deeper. I am happy here. After my husband Phil's transition, there was a period when everything felt uncertain. Like many people navigating grief, I was learning how to build a life that looked different from the one I had imagined. Not a replacement life, but a new chapter. Over time, this apartment has become more than a place

Grief often tells us that separation is final. We look for our loved one where they used to be and feel the ache of their physical absence. Yet love has a way of reminding us that some connections are not limited by time, distance, or form. As we move through our days, many of us continue to sense the presence of those we cherish—in a memory that arrives at just the right moment, a familiar song, a dream, or a feeling of comfort that seems to come from nowhere. Whether subtle