Inspired by the raw emotional gravity of The Last of Us Part II, this blog explores what happens when we lose the person who anchored us to the world—through the lens of Ellie’s grief after Joel’s death. This isn’t just fan commentary; it’s an exploration of real-world attachment loss, adult grief, and how we beginContinue reading “Joel is Gone. Now What?: Surviving the Unthinkable When Your Person Dies”
Category Archives: Grief & Loss
When Grief and Family Collide: Holding Space for Yourself Amid Tension
Grief is never simple. Add family dynamics to the mix, and it can feel like trying to sail through a hurricane in a rowboat—without oars. No matter how prepared you think you are, emotions surge, personalities clash, and suddenly, even the smallest decisions—like who gets the casserole dish Nana loved—turn into a battle for theContinue reading “When Grief and Family Collide: Holding Space for Yourself Amid Tension”
The Reaper’s Witness: Observing the Tides of Love and Loss
I have walked with more souls than I can count, guided by their stories, unspoken yet heard with every passing breath. My role? It isn’t as sinister as it seems. I am a quiet witness to life’s seasons, to the ebb and flow that takes one life and lets another bloom. I am here toContinue reading “The Reaper’s Witness: Observing the Tides of Love and Loss”