Getting Your Sh*t Together Carolyn Moor Somewhere in the world, I know you are dealing with some kind of sh*t. That stuff that you don't want to do....but gotta do....but don't wanna do. Ugh. That long, long list of drudgery that you keep putting off for a spring cleaning day....tomorrow. Well, here's a little secret
Widow Respect: Imagine!! Carolyn Moor Let's explore the combination of what happens when we imagine something new as a widow (and as a community) to express our gratitude towards what may happen when this occurs. Imagination is one area that I have found to be a tremendous stronghold, hold-back & obstacle in widowhood. It's obvious
Give Thanks: Even When It's Difficult We are entering into that time of year where everyone begins to be thankful for what they have in life. For us, we are heartbroken for what we don't have, and yet, at the same time, we are grateful for the love we have experienced and enjoyed in life.
Being Adventurous by Cindy Toledo Adventure is not a word I would ever have dreamed would be part of my vocabulary. I spent my childhood and most of my adult life trying to avoid anything out of my comfort zone, anything that could possibly cause harm, injury or pain of any kind. To say I
Resilience and Humility Carolyn Moor As promised, I am writing to you from 'The Eternal City' Rome, Italy. A few years ago, I was blessed with a dear friendship with another widow, Martha, who happens to live part time in Orlando, FL and part time in Rome, Italy. Our friendship has grown over the last
Connection is Key Carolyn Moor The powerfully healing words 'connect' and 'connection' have been on my mind (and heart) since arriving in Sedona, AZ for our 2nd Annual MWC Chapter Leader Conference and Retreat. I'm blown away by the power of connection and the strength it gives us in our healing journey. Early in my
Connection to Love Jennifer Johnson In 2015, I wrote a blog about choosing to be happy in the midst of my grief. Little did I know how much of a struggle that would be and the healing process that I had to go through since my husband, Todd, died. It's still very much true today
Labor Day: MWC Salutes the Overworked Widow Carolyn Moor Twenty three years ago I was in Estes Park, CO for Labor Day weekend. A beautiful little town that is packed with tourists in the summer months near Rocky Mountain National Park. I was there for a very important reason and a confession to share. I
Have you Checked Your Life Insurance Beneficiaries Lately? Jennifer J. Mickelson Most of us have the greatest intentions in terms of making sure our children are provided for if we should pass away. Obtaining life insurance is one way to do this. However, giving your children of the gift of life insurance isn’t enough. You
Follow Your Heart Kelly Willis “For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.” (Matthew 6:21) That Bible verse has much meaning in today’s culture. As February is the month of love, I thought it would be interesting to explore the theme of using our money to follow our hearts. What does it
