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LOTUS

Trying love and relationships again after losing your spouse can feel terrifying. The fears are real—what if it doesn’t work out? What if the families and children don’t blend? What if opening your heart and being vulnerable again only leads to another heartbreak? And perhaps the deepest fear of all: what if you lose this…
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COLOUR

If you know me, then you know that for most of my life, my wardrobe has been predominantly black. I’d say about 99%. No, it wasn’t just because I was the grieving widow. This started long before — back in my early teens. And now, as I continue to embrace all the changes in my…
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SERENITY

I didn’t always understand what serenity truly meant. I thought it was something reserved for meditation retreats, quiet beaches, or the pages of poetry. I often debated going on one of those “life changing” adventures all in hopes of achieving that blissful state of serenity. But serenity isn’t about escape—it’s about presence. It’s about learning…
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SOULMATES

What is a soulmate? There are several definitions and every person may have their own interpretation. There are friends that can be soulmates because you connect on a level that others probably won’t get. There can be partners that you connect with because they know you or even can share the same soul, thoughts, feelings…
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CONNECTIONS

In today’s fast-paced and super digital world, it’s easy to feel disconnected despite being super accessible. We have hundreds of social media connections, but often still find ourselves feeling isolated. We chat with friends or colleagues daily, yet the depth of true connection can sometimes seem difficult. So, what does it really mean to be…
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MILESTONES

Milestones like birthdays, graduations, anniversaries are all moments that help any widow or widower pause and reflect on how far they’ve come but are also reminders of that piece that is still missing. For many, they are moments of joy and celebration, but for those still walking through the initial stages of their grief journey,…
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HIGHS & LOWS

This weekend was one filled with lots of emotions and lessons – some highs and some lows but all of which were filled with plenty of learnings and perspective. So where do I start? Well, it started on our highest of highs kicking off with competition #2 and despite some hiccups the girls rocked day…
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SAFE

Relationships are built on trust, mutual respect, and love, but just as important is feeling safe. Feeling emotionally and mentally safe has become the number one thing I have wanted to truly feel and never fully appreciated just how important it was until recently. Feeling safe in a relationship isn’t just about physical safety, it…
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IN THE MOMENT

We live in a world that is constantly rushing forward and because of that it’s easy to forget the importance of living in the moment. Between busy schedules, endless to-do lists, and the never-ending pull of the future, we often find ourselves preoccupied with what’s next, leaving little room to appreciate the present. I am…
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LOVE LANGUAGE

Love is a universal feeling, yet how each of us expresses or experiences it can vary dramatically. I’m sure most people have heard about the Five Love Languages written by Gary Chapman and which has helped countless people understand why they might struggle in relationships or how they can better communicate affection. Whether you’re in a romantic…