” Writing is medicine. It is an appropriate antidote to injury. It is an appropriate companion for any difficult change.” -Julia Cameron
Writing my thoughts has always been a comforting outlet. Especially when my life got turned upside down in September 2021 when my husband passed away when I was pregnant with our son. Journaling was the one way I felt like I could still talk to him, tell him about my day like he was still here with me.
September 2021 I was 22 years old, 5 months pregnant with my rainbow baby and newly widowed. We had just purchased our first home and life was perfect with my love and a growing family. I did not know what to expect with the storm of grief and the unknown of what life would bring.
About a month after this life changing event, I joined many widowed Facebook groups as I found speaking with others who had similar experiences was comforting. I find that my story is a bit different than others in many ways and I had to find the right group that fit me. Until getting the title “Widowed” I did not realize how common it was, but nobody talks about it, so it’s not well known.
The months between my Husbands passing and my son being born are a blur. I kept eating and going for my baby as I became lost on who I was after losing him.
I speak with people as I go through life and mostly always someone points out that I am mature for my age. I understand things that most don’t until later. I am starting this blog as an outlet for my journaling and thoughts, and along the way can help someone else who is struggling with what life throws at them.
So, I welcome you to follow along and join this roller coaster of a life! There is so much joy, pain, love, heartache, lessons, laughter, and understanding to be had!
Much Love & Big Hugs
-Kimy