“I notice the cashier’s name is Grace. I smile because I love seeing any part of my daughter’s name. It’s like a little wink from her and I know she’s okay. ‘How are you doing today?’ the cashier asks. ‘I’m good,’ I say, only half lying.”

‘The grocery store. For most people, it’s a place of necessity. For a grieving parent, it can be an emotional gauntlet.’

Secret to Getting Kids Dressed and Out the Door in 10 Minutes or Less
6. Don’t dress them. Your princess wants to be Elsa today? Great. Let it the freak go and let her do her. Your son doesn’t want to wear his rain coat? Let him get wet and learn for himself.