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A peaceful place to remember a lost child Losing a child is a heart-wrenching experience that no parent should ever have to face. The grief that follows can feel insurmountable, often leaving parents in a fog of sorrow and isolation. This post aims to provide essential support and guidance for those emerging from this profound loss. By understanding the intricacies of grief, we can explore ways to find hope and healing. Understanding the Grief Process Grief is a complex exper

Carrying light, even through the hardest seasons. The holidays arrive with sparkle and cheer, but for moms who carry grief in their hearts, this season can feel unexpectedly heavy. If the lights and music bring more pressure than joy, you’re not alone. I’m right here with you—and God is even closer. A Different Kind of Holiday Grief has a way of touching everything—our traditions, our rhythms, even the small moments we once took for granted. This year, my own holiday will lo

🌿 When Grief Comes Twice: Learning to Breathe Again I never imagined I’d find myself walking through another valley so soon. Losing my mom felt like the air was knocked out of me all over again. The ache was fresh, familiar, and yet entirely new. I thought I had learned how to live with grief after losing my daughter, Ciara — but when my mother slipped away so quickly, I realized grief never truly repeats itself; it deepens in new ways. In those first few days, I felt comple

HELLO 💜 Welcome to Grief’s Light Finding hope after heartbreak. Hi, I’m Sharon Leonard — a mom, a minister, and the author of Ciara’s Light: Forgiveness in the Face of Tragedy. This space was born out of love for my daughter, Ciara, and a desire to bring comfort to mothers who are walking through the unimaginable loss of a child. Here you’ll find: 💌 Encouragement — honest words of hope for broken hearts. 📖 My book — a story of deep pain, unexpected forgiveness, and unshaka