Tag Archives: grieving

On the Fourth Anniversary

Posted on October 21, 2020 by lindasnyder

Four years ago today my husband took his own life. I still can’t believe the depth of pain and hopelessness he was living with to do such a final, fatal act. But I understand it. I miss you terribly, John. … Continue reading →

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Support Groups Resuming!

Posted on February 17, 2017 by lindasnyder

Between the near constant snow of the past two weeks, a visit from my pregnant daughter (who lives 3000 miles away in Los Angeles) and a number of other unexpected events, our support groups were put on hold for a … Continue reading →

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Warrior Project – Suicide Survivors Grief Group, 01/03/2017

Posted on January 2, 2017 by lindasnyder

Suicide Survivors Grief Group – We welcome those who have recently lost someone to suicide, or those who are still feeling the impact even years later. It is a place to share your grief and learn how to live again … Continue reading →

Posted in Death & Dying, Grief, Suicide, Support Groups, Warrior Project | Tagged chronic pain, death, Grief, grieving, PTSD, suicide survivors group, support group, support understanding healing, survivor, survivors group, Warrior Project, widow, widower | Leave a comment

Choices

Posted on January 1, 2017 by lindasnyder

I’m a member of several support groups on Facebook for those of us grieving the loss of a spouse, child, parent, or other loved one to suicide. Too many of the members question “Why? Why did s/he do it?” Some … Continue reading →

Posted in Coping Skills & Resiliency, Grief, PTSD, Suicide | Tagged alcoholism, chronic pain, Grief, grieving, Suicide, Warrior Project | Leave a comment

Code 9 – Officer Needs Assistance

Posted on December 30, 2016 by lindasnyder

I’ve started talking to local police departments about The Warrior Project. The reception I’m getting is overwhelmingly positive and supportive. In the past two days, I’ve had several emails back from local departments, and have met with representatives of the police … Continue reading →

Posted in Code 9 - Officer Needs Assistance, Death & Dying, Suicide, Support Groups, Warrior Project | Tagged chronic pain, code 9, first responder, Grief, grieving, police force, police officer, suicide survivors group, support group, support understanding healing, survivor, survivors group, tragedy, Warrior Project, widow, widower | Leave a comment

Warrior Project – Suicide Survivors Grief Group, 12/27/2016

Posted on December 27, 2016 by lindasnyder

Posted in Death & Dying, Suicide, Support Groups, Warrior Project | Tagged chronic pain, Grief, grieving, suicide survivors group, support group, support understanding healing, survivor, survivors group, Warrior Project, widow, widower | Leave a comment

Today is Christmas – And It Sucks

Posted on December 25, 2016 by lindasnyder

********************************************** In memory of my beloved husband John Kelly Snyder… 20 Sep 1956 – 21 Oct 2016. The Warrior Project will be a warm, welcoming drop-in center for those living with extreme emotional and/or physical pain coupled with hopelessness, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Grief, Loneliness | Tagged Grief, grieving, missing, missing you, my husband is dead, survivor, widow, widower | Leave a comment

What If I Came Back and You Had Remarried?

Posted on December 23, 2016 by lindasnyder

About 10 years ago, John and I were talking about random stuff… lovers’ talk. The kinds of things one says when you’re having those completely giddy, head-over-heels feelings one gets at times when you’re so in love you can barely … Continue reading →

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Waiting for Something

Posted on December 20, 2016 by lindasnyder

I just keep feeling like I’m waiting for something. John died two months ago, and I can’t seem to move. I’m waiting for something but have no idea what. For him to come home, I guess. It’s kind of like … Continue reading →

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Warrior Project – Suicide Survivors Grief Group, 12/20/2016

Posted on December 20, 2016 by lindasnyder