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Things You Should Know about My Trauma from the Death of My Husband

Crazy title, I know, but I didn’t really know what else to title it. Things you should know? Reasons I am the way I am? Well, when it comes to this subject and grief, there are so many things I wish so many people knew or would know or could comprehend, but that is like,Continue reading “Things You Should Know about My Trauma from the Death of My Husband”

My kids told me they wish I were dead and I’m ok with that.

“Momma, if I had to choose which parent I wanted to die, I would have chose for you to die.” Cool, dude. That’s freaking awesome. Not exactly the words you want to hear come out of your 8 year old or 5 year old’s mouth. But, I’m ok with it. This is all part ofContinue reading “My kids told me they wish I were dead and I’m ok with that.”

So Damn Happy

Over the years, she tightened her circle. Only the strong and caring survived. She had been broken over and over and had to re-fix herself so many times. She had given so many people so many chances. She would put up that wall when the trust was broken, then, with time, the wall came down.Continue reading “So Damn Happy”

Y’all…I finished a book! #BossedUp

Y’all, I finished an entire book! I am not historically a reliable reader, meaning I could not tell you the last time I finished a book, so this is a pretty big deal for me. It was the perfect book for me to kick start a good habit again! I read a book by EmilieContinue reading “Y’all…I finished a book! #BossedUp”

And then there were 4….

The story of the day my husband died. The Voirols were a family of 5. Mom, Dad, Jack, Jess Jr. & Charlie. Our lives were far from perfect, but when Jess Sr. & I were hanging with our boys; those were the best days. Jess Sr. & I had separated in September. Jess Sr. hadContinue reading “And then there were 4….”

Show Up

A lot of people do not understand the importance of showing up. Let me tell you, it is one of the most important things. When someone close to a person dies, people just show up at their house. That day, the next day and for several weeks after (if one is lucky). Most of theContinue reading “Show Up”

The titles of my Blog Posts

Hi! I feel compelled to explain the intention of the titles of my blog posts. I do not need to justify myself to anyone, but think it makes sense to clarify before people get all up in arms or something. I am writing about my life. Grief is a big part of it. My husbandContinue reading “The titles of my Blog Posts”

The best friend I ever had is dead.

The best friend I ever had (my husband) is dead. For a long time, it was hard for me to remember he was my best friend. I promise you if you had asked me who my best friend was when he was alive, he would not have been the first name out of my mouth.Continue reading “The best friend I ever had is dead.”

Hello, My name is Sarah.

Lots of people know me. Or they know their version of me anyways. If you’re reading this, I imagine we’ve met in real life, so I don’t really know what to say about myself. Here’s a simple summary: I am 34, a mother of 3 boys, a widow, a lover, a peace seeker, a JesusContinue reading “Hello, My name is Sarah.”

Offer to Help #notadoctor

I was reminded today that far too often, people wait until something tragic happens to get themselves help. I want to change that. If you only read this far, feel alone & are struggling with something, please message me. Contact me and I will help you get the help you need. I am not aContinue reading “Offer to Help #notadoctor”