Death in the Family

The Loss of Loved Ones

Diana M. Raab | Posted 02.15.2012

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Diana M. Raab

My father adored me. I was his sunshine, and when he died a large chunk of me died. I cannot say that the pain has dissipated, but it has softened over the years.

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Remembering My Dad Before Alzheimer's

Susan J. Cobb | Posted 11.17.2011

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Susan J. Cobb

Did I mistake his waning passion for mellowing, instead of recognizing the black hole where there was no one there? I have no question about one thing: Alzheimer's sucks.

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When Grief Won't Come

Dr. Peggy Drexler | Posted 11.17.2011

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Dr. Peggy Drexler

A friend of mine knocked on my door with some sad news. Her mother had died. As I sat beside her on the couch, I felt her sadness like an embrace. It...

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