Grief is Like Duct Tape

It does not fix the cracks.

It does not smooth the edges.

It simply presses, clings, supports,

keeping you going

when you might otherwise fall apart.

Some days it stretches thin,

pulling against the weight it carries.

Other days it grips firmly,

holding every fragile piece in place.

From the outside,

you may look steady, patched, whole.

Inside, you feel every tear, every fold,

still cling to what was lost.

It does not undo the loss.

It simply holds so you can

face another day.

And slowly,

even with all the cracks,

you learn that the holding itself

is strength.

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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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