Grief is Like a Cinnamon Bear

The sting of grief rarely announces itself.

It catches you in the middle of an ordinary moment.

Suddenly the ache burns through you.

It takes your breath before you are ready.

It feels sharp, overwhelming, impossible to swallow.

And just when you think the worst has passed,

it lingers on your tongue.

Quiet, but undeniable.

You cannot remove it.

You cannot wish it away.

It stays long after the moment ends.

That is how grief moves.

Unexpected, lasting, stubborn in its hold.

Yet even in its fire, there is memory.

Even in its bite, there is love.

The same flame that sears you

also reminds you of how deeply you cared.

And that is why it still burns.

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This metaphor will be featured in an upcoming book.   

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Grief is Like a Donut offers gentle support for those navigating the heartache of loss. Beautifully illustrated and poetic, this book uses metaphors, and images to reflect the confusion, numbness, and unexpected pockets of sweetness that grief can bring.

Perfect for times when focus is difficult, each metaphor is independent, so the book can be read a little at a time and in any order. It is a companion for moments when you need to pause, reflect, or simply feel understood.

Rather than trying to define grief, this book illuminates the many ways loss shows up in our bodies, minds, and lives, offering comfort, validation, and the sense of being seen.

This metaphor will be featured in an upcoming book.   

Find my first book, Grief is Like a Donut, on Amazon:

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