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Valentine’s Day

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Valentine’s Day

A day dedicated to celebrating the love you share with your special someone. For some, this was a big […]

By Marny| 2017-09-16T20:46:25+00:00 February 14th, 2017|Emotions, Grief, Special Days and Holidays, Understanding Grief|0 Comments
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Redefine ourselves

Last week we finished up our 3 week LEGACY Academy program on Redefining Ourselves.

When Keith died, I died too. The person I was, the hopes and dreams for our future, my expectations of the world all died too. His death […]

By Marny| 2017-09-16T20:38:31+00:00 January 30th, 2017|Grief, Understanding Grief, Widow, Widower|0 Comments
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Tis the season for self-care

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(cookies I baked today!)

My little guy got his tonsils out last week and the recovery isn’t going as well as hoped. We are getting there but the road is longer […]

By Marny| 2017-06-21T13:54:03+00:00 December 9th, 2014|Children Grief, Family, Grief, Special Days and Holidays|0 Comments
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The next generation

Crossed-fingersLast week I talked with two girls Gr 11 gym classes about grief. They do a unit on Mental Health and the teacher includes grief as part of the unit – […]

By Marny| 2017-06-21T13:54:03+00:00 December 3rd, 2014|Children Grief, Grief, Understanding Grief|0 Comments
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My Robotic Life

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This is a tale of two minds. The grief laden, no confidence and foggy decision making state of mind…and the instinctual, wise authentic self who makes solid decisions based on heart, […]

By Marny| 2017-06-21T13:54:04+00:00 November 18th, 2014|Camp Widow Canada, Children Grief, Family, Grief, Hummingbird Centre Blog, Understanding Grief, Widow|0 Comments
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Remembrance Day

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Today we honor all the lives that have been affected by war. The men and women who have sacrificed their lives so that we can have peace.

We honor the men and […]

By Marny| 2017-06-21T13:54:04+00:00 November 11th, 2014|Children Grief, Family, Grief, Special Days and Holidays|0 Comments
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Paperwork!

 

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Blogger:  Marny

In my variety of roles all relating to bereavement, I have been given an opportunity to speak to The House of Commons relating to Bill C-247 which will create a […]

By Marny| 2017-06-21T13:54:04+00:00 October 22nd, 2014|Family, Grief, Understanding Grief, Widow, Widower|0 Comments
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Countdown to camp! Have you set your goal?

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By Marny| 2017-06-21T13:54:04+00:00 September 23rd, 2014|Grief, Understanding Grief, Widow, Widower|0 Comments
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Widows and widowers are amazing!

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Blogger:  Marny

I’ve said it before and I will say it again, Widows and Widowers are some of the most amazing people I have the honor of meeting.

I was talking with […]

By Marny| 2017-06-21T13:54:04+00:00 September 16th, 2014|Family, Grief, Understanding Grief, Widow, Widower|0 Comments
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Look Up!

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Thanks to my puppy (who I call my horse – cause he isn’t little) I walk in the woods […]

By Marny| 2017-06-21T13:54:05+00:00 May 27th, 2014|Children Grief, Grief, Widow|0 Comments
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Upcoming Events

Feb
21
Thu
2019
7:00 pm Widowed Dad’s Virtual Group
Widowed Dad’s Virtual Group
Feb 21 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
This group is specifically designed for Widowed Dad’s…and is offered virtually. This means you can join from the comforts of your home. All you need is wifi, your device and a quiet place at home. Each session will have a… Continue Reading Valentine’s Day
Feb
27
Wed
2019
6:30 pm LEGACY Academy Face to Face Group @ The Family Centre, Room 1024
LEGACY Academy Face to Face Group @ The Family Centre, Room 1024
Feb 27 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
This group is open to any widowed parent – Mom’s and Dad’s! Each month will have a topic that is specific to the journey of widowed solo parents. We will start with some education on the topic and then open… Continue Reading Valentine’s Day
Mar
14
Thu
2019
7:00 pm LEGACY Academy Virtual Group @ Offered Virtually
LEGACY Academy Virtual Group @ Offered Virtually
Mar 14 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
This group is offered virtually for any widowed parent – Mom’s & Dad’s. Virtually means you can join from the comforts of your home with your wifi, device and a quiet room in your home. Each session will have a… Continue Reading Valentine’s Day
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