Category Archives: Grief

Grief

Posted on January 17, 2018 by Jim deMaine

Just as loss becomes more acute with aging, grief tags along affecting us all in waves varying over time depending on the circumstances. The New York Times has a worthwhile article stating: “Although many of us are able to speak … Continue reading →

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A Man Called Ove

Posted on January 15, 2018 by Jim deMaine

The Skyline book club will be discussing “A Man Called Ove” in its February 12th gathering. All, of course, are welcome whether you’ve read the book or not. How can a book about an old Swedish curmudgeon, the death of … Continue reading →

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“Grief, when it comes, is nothing like we expect it to be.”

Posted on June 9, 2017 by Jim deMaine

Maria Popov has a thoughtful literary web site called Brainpickings. She recently  published an essay by Joan Didion on the subject of grief. She notes, “Grief turns out to be a place none of us know until we reach it. … Continue reading →

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