Who's That Girl?

Something or someone that makes life feel more pleasant, enjoyable or that helps ease and lessen any discomfort, pain, sadness and sorrow being experienced.

We all have things that bring us those warm, fuzzy feelings when you may need it most.  Whether it be your favourite home cooked meal by your mother or grandmother, a favourite blanket or heating pad when feeling under the weather or even kind words of encouragement being given to you by a family member or friend these are all comforting things.  I know that in my moments of need I’ve often grasped at things that could provide me with even the littlest amount of comfort.  A familiar tv show, a snuggle from my daughter, listening to songs filled with wonderful memories or a great conversation with my close friends giving me a little pep talk or even just making me laugh are just some of my comforts that help inspire and strengthen my hope in those not-so-great moments.  Those particular moments are what help ground you or help motivate you, which makes them extremely important to any healing whether physically, emotionally, or mentally. 

This blog has even provided me comfort over the last year and a half as it has given me the space to write out some of my rollercoaster ride of thoughts, feelings, and emotions throughout my journey. Some of the comments left by all the beautiful people taking the time to read each entry or even the private messages sent to me have been so encouraging and heart-warming. I’ve been extremely open and vulnerable about my personal journey, sharing my story with others not only so that I have somewhere to look back on as a reminder of where I was and how far I’ve come but also my hope is that it can help make others understand the waves of grief and healing if they too are going through the ebbs and flows as well. It is such a personal experience unique to each individual person, but some things can be similar and sometimes you just want to know that you are not alone and someone else understands.

So, on this extra chilly evening as I curl up in my bed with my favourite blanket, my calming scents steaming from my diffuser and my good old Golden Girls playing I will embrace these comforting feelings and hope that you too are doing something that brings you solace.

LM