Raw Grief

One man’s attempt to find Jesus in the grief.

Phase I: Chaos

Months 1-6

An uncomfortably honest account of thoughts of the first six months of life after my dear wife of 32 years died. Trying to deal with the emotional pain of grief while finding the power of the Word of God, the Spirit of God, and the People of God to give me hope.

Phase I posts

Phase II: Stability

Months 7-12

Finding the peace of God with the strength to recalibrate who I am as a widower. Learning how to live single in silent house once filled with laughter. Learning to not allow fear to control my life while experiencing how much Jesus loves me. Accepting the silence.

Phase III: Growth

Months 13-24

Entering the confusing stage of dating while functioning finding out who I really am. Realizing the need for surrender to a God whose plan is better than my, even when I don’t like it. Learning to wait. 

I have been blessed reading Andy’s posts this past year as he journeys through his grief.  I love how honest he is open and vulnerable.  Thank you, Andy, for putting words to what so many people feel but don’t know how to express.  

                Barb P

I always look forward to reading Andy’s writings as I believe he speaks from the heart about the painful things that could happen to us all. He then he reminds me that I don’t have to run from my feelings.

    Leatha O

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