In this blog post, Erin Slivka shares her deeply personal journey through grief after losing her 6-year-old daughter, Ayla. She reflects on how grief arrived as something heavy and unrelenting but has since evolved—not disappearing, but transforming from fear into a lasting expression of love. Through the ups and downs, she has learned that grief is not just sorrow; it is a companion that reminds us of the depth of our connection and love. 

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If you’ve experienced the loss of a close loved one, holidays and anniversaries can be difficult to navigate. My sister Amanda unexpectedly passed away in May 2020 at just 40 years old. I’m not an expert on grief, but here are 5 things that have helped me cope with death and allow me to continue connecting with her even years after she passed away. Continue reading

November and December can be extra hard months for anyone who has lost a loved one. For me, it’s hard not to see my sister at the dinner table during the holidays or hear her laughter filling our house. November 18^th is her birthday too, so I always feel extra nostalgic and melancholy this time of year.

For this blog post, I wanted to share the best sympathy card I’ve ever received and give you some ideas on how to comfort others with a handwritten note when they experience a loss.

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