Grief is something that easily sneaks up on us at times. We may have some indication that it's almost upon us, but many times we know don't until we are deep within it.

Grief isn't something to fear nor is it something to run from. It is something to embrace and accept the gifts it may have hiding within it.

Mom passed when I was 13 years old. I remember barely able to stand or walk at the funeral. Sitting in the front row and the Minister spoke of her (they were good friends), but all I could do was sob thinking I would never see her again.

My life was forever changed from what I had known.

Fast forward many years later. The first time I went to her grave site was at the 30 year anniversary of her passing. She isn't there, she's everywhere. She's with me now. I was right in that I have not seen her other than in pictures, but that doesn't mean she isn't here.

Grief may come knocking at your door sometimes at the smallest of things.

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