On the eve of Goodwin’s birthday each year I feel compelled to reflect on how loss has affected my life. While I think it is cathartic to talk about loss and mental health, it …
Thoughts
Goodwin’s 6th birthday
About a week ago I was getting my hair cut. My stylist mentioned partway that the woman scheduled after me had recently lost her 3-year-old in a pedestrian car crash. I had …
Goodwin’s 5th Birthday
Each year around Goodwin’s birthday I like to reflect on my thoughts about life and how Goodwin’s death has influenced me. Goodwin was due on the eve of my 30th birthday. I …
Goodwin’s 4th birthday and the influence of compassion
Goodwin’s birthday is always a time of reflection for me. I kind of dread it and anticipate it at the same time. Four years now since his passing I have thought a lot about …
What We Say When People Die and Why I Disagree
Some old friends of ours recently experienced a full-term stillbirth. Upon hearing the news, my heart just sank because that road is so, so long and hard. Three years into it …
Goodwin’s 3rd Birthday
October is my birthday month. I have always looked forward to this time of year in anticipation for my birthday and because the weather is so beautiful. Goodwin's due date was …