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“Grievous Loss: Death of a Spouse”
“Grievous Loss: Death of a Spouse”
“Grievous Loss: Death of a Spouse”
Thursday 29th October 2020
Listen to Steve Bild, Renee Pollock, and Mary Costello share their journeys through grief after losing their spouses. Find comfort and hope in their stories.
49 minutes
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I want to live the way Michael would have lived had he been able to, which is to make the most of Every Single Day that I have, no matter what. I'm trying to see places and to do things and to think about the joy Michael would take in knowing that I'm not just sitting around being miserable.
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Whether you're dealing with grief yourself or supporting someone who is, these stories will resonate deeply, offering both comfort and inspiration.