Circle of Grief

This book relates eight people’s experiences of life after the death of a spouse. It was written by a group of men and women that first met in 2007 and, bonded by grief, still meet to this day. Each person’s account is unique and personal. The purpose of this book is to share knowledge with, and lend encouragement to, anyone who has lost a spouse. Readers may find support and healing in these stories from people who understand.

There is no right or wrong way to grieve, nor is there a time limit on grief. The writers’ heartfelt words illustrate how grief can be an emotional and life-altering process. It is common to feel uncomfortable with exploring grief, but in this book the writers are able to talk about grief without reservations or judgment.

This book recounts stories filled with laughter, tears, advice and sharing. The group members share their journeys through grief in the hope that readers will be able to identify with similar experiences, feel supported, and have their thoughts and feelings validated. If you are grieving, the writers want to remind you that you are not alone and there are better days ahead.