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Losing a Child: Parents Speak Out

Saturday, January 10th, 2009

Jett Travolta’s death has prompted many to come forward and share their stories about losing a child with others.  Are you suffering from the loss of a child? Do you feel like you are the only one that has ever felt this way? Are you looking for help from others?

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Oregon Grief Support Groups – January 2009

Thursday, January 8th, 2009

Below are some grief support groups in the Portland, Oregon area that are meeting this January.  If you have recently suffered a loss, especially during the holidays, consider visiting a grief support group in your area. Talk to your doctor or visit some online grief forums or support sites to get information and help you may need.

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In Memory of Selena Lovon Quezada

Thursday, October 16th, 2008

Today, the family of Selena Lovon Quezada remember their little angel.  Selena was only ten years old when she was suddenly taken from them on October 16, 2006. Though this little girl had to struggle through many challenges, she warmed hearts and made lasting impressions with her family and her schoolmates.  She loved computers and video games, but her grandmother above all else. 

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He Only Took My Hand| A Poem For Grieving Mothers

Thursday, July 24th, 2008

A mother endures a nearly incomprehensible amount of pain when they lose a child at any age.  Poetry, books and other forms of the written word are consider a powerful medium for helping women grieving for the loss of a child.  Many find that the comfort of words written by others who have endured the same pain, helps sooth the sadness a little.  The following is one of the most popular online memorial poems used on virtual memorial and life story pages by bereaved parents.

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