“Teen Suicide Prevention” Video by the Mayo Clinic

“Dancing with the Angels” by Monk & Neagle

Someone at random today told me about this beautiful song. How have I never heard of it before? I was so touched by it, I have chosen to post immediately. Hope it might uplift someone today.

“Coping with Guilt During Bereavement” by Bob Baugher, PhD (Video by The Compassionate Friends)

Social Events for August 20, 2014

• “Heart2Heart Connections” for Widows – Wednesday, August 20, 2014, from 10am-11:30am at 824 Elmwood Park Blvd., NOLA, LCCU Conference Room #140
• “Coffee & Handshakes” for Widowers – Wednesday, August 20, 2014, from 10am-11:30am at 824 Elmwood Park Blvd., Ste 145, NOLA, St. Joseph Bereavement Office

Have You Been Touched By Suicide? As a Result, Would You Want to Make a Difference in the Lives of Others?

I remember my introduction to the idea of suicide. I was a child and my sweet, senior adult neighbor committed suicide. I was so confused, asking many of the “why?” questions others ask. One of the struggles those left behind deal with is the sense of sheer helplessness. Yet, some of taken their helplessness and turned it around to provide help for others. The “Out of the Darkness” Community Walks are sponsored by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Please click on the graphic above to learn more about this noble endeavor and how you might be a part. The New Orleans’ area walk with take place on Sept. 13 at Audubon Park (Shelter #10/Newman Bandstand).

“Whenever You Remember”

As I was searching the internet for songs about siblings, I came across a song that not only can apply to siblings but also to a multitude of other relationships, “Whenever You Remember” by Carrie Underwood. If you have been reading this blog for any time at all, you have noticed that I believe strongly in the healing power of music. This is one of those songs which is very uplifting from a musical standpoint, but if you are missing someone, you may find your eyes “leaking” as the memories flood your mind. Let ‘em flow, “whenever you remember.”

“Whenever you remember times gone by
Remember how we held our heads so high
When all this world was there for us
And we believed that we could touch the sky
Whenever you remember, I'll be there
Remember how we reached that dream together
Whenever you remember.”

Upcoming Seminar on Monday, August 11: “’Nobody Can Help You With Your Grief’ & Other Misconceptions”

This seminar has been designed to dispel some of the common misconceptions of grief. By now you have probably encountered quite a few of them, such as “Tears of grief are only a sign of weakness;” “Being upset and openly mourning means you are ‘weak’ in your faith;” “You should try not to think about the person who died on holidays, anniversaries, and birthdays,” and (my personal favorite) “After someone you love dies, the goal should be to ‘get over’ your grief as soon as possible.”

When?—November 11 from 6pm-7pm

Where?--LCCU Conference Room (#140) Louisiana Central Credit Union Building at 824 Elmwood Park Blvd.