Nineveh La Luz Herrera 8m • 6 I'm a funny sort when I sit back and think about it. So many nights I've wanted to be leaning my head out someone's car window, vibing to loud music, drinking in the cool night air as my hair whips my cheeks. So many nights I've wanted company and I've wanted to have affection and I've wanted to be flirted with and I've wanted to dance. And on every single one of those nights, I've known perfectly well I could go out and get it without much trouble. I will be honest with you. I don't understand the tension. Why don't I? It's not rhetorical. Maybe I thought I had reasons a month or two ago but now l realize I have no idea why I don't move closer to what I feel l want. Is it momentum? The truth is I think it's habit. For seven months or so I've been in a serious self-discovery mission, a shadow exploration, an observation mission; a mourning and purifying mission. I've had my head down with no intention to do anything else but find clarity, find the needles in the haystack, heal myself. And one morning, finally realized that my posture is habit, no longer an involuntary reaction to debilitating pain. I'm not in that agony anymore. In fact, I feel stifled and nearly imprisoned by the very walls that have sheltered me & kept me safe recently. I realize that as vehemently as I sought shelter and isolation, I suddenly feel l must break free from it. It truly is spring. At the same time, despite the many relationships I've had, the many broken hearts, the many shattered dreams, the many blushing idealistic, fantasies, the many lessons I've learned from all these hearts... I feel brand new. I feel I have no idea what exactly I want! And therefore no idea how to get it. I feel alarmingly naive and thirsty, as if I want to throw myself into the middle of a hungry crowd. I feel desperate to beat the clock as if death is racing for me as if I owe a stifling, suffocating end overloaded with ennui for all my misguided attempts to grab happy-ever-afte…

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It's astonishing how unreal it all still feels, even after three months.
I'm coping okay with being alone, I've had plenty of practice there. But Raq being gone, not existing anymore, just feels so outside of the realm of possibility that it feels like reality is broken. #grief

I'm taking things slowly, but I still cry on the way home, every time I go out. I think some is because I'm not coming home to Raq, and some is just because going out and doing things is draining. The tears are always there, and if I get too worn out, it's harder to hold them in. #grief

And also that pushing myself too hard right now is likely to have the opposite impact to what they're hoping for. If I go to my brother's MIL's place and wind up having to go cry in the car halfway through, I'm going to be even more reluctant to go do things. #grief

It's tough now, for several reasons. One of which is my family worrying about me. I can't exactly tell them I'm waiting for the next interest to pop up, it makes it sound like I'm giving up. Which I'm not. I'm just aware that sometimes you have to watch and wait for a bit. #grief

It's what's happened before when I didn't have anything interesting going on in my life. I'd be bored for a bit, then I'd find something interesting to engage with - a fandom, a hobby - and that would be what set off the next batch of things that happened. #grief

I'm at a weird kind of plateau right now, I think. I'm beyond needing to remind myself of reasons to stay, but I haven't progressed to the point of actively caring much about things. I'm going through the motions and waiting for something to come up #grief

And of course, that just makes me remember that the person who knew me best of all is gone. I don't think I have the words to explain how much it meant that Raq saw me, and knew me so well, and loved me so much. It healed so many old wounds. #grief

It makes me a little sad that the only things they're offering are things I wouldn't especially have wanted to do even when going out was easier and less draining. Makes me feel like they don't know me very well, and I don't know if that's on them or me. #grief

I've been to those markets. They were fine, as markets go, but nothing about them left me thinking about wanting to go again.
I feel like mum's worried, and grasping for things to invite me to. My brother invited me to his MIL's Easter lunch, too. I think they both worry. #grief

Mum asked me the other day if I'd be interested in coming with her to some nearby markets if the weather was nice. She had some books to take to the second hand place.
I get what she's doing, she wants me to get out of the house more. But she should really pick things I'd actively want to do. #grief

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Feeling sad that #GreatCanadian like #StephenLewis is no longer with us, isn't something to be embarrassed about

Being sad about it, means that you #Mourn & #Grief death of #GreatCanadian

But we know his son @avilewis.ca will #HoldHIsTorchHigh

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Labrador mix, relaxing at the entrance to the kitchen, waiting for his snack. But he will not enter as he respects the boundaries of pack. Man and dog co-evolved over thousands of years, transitioning from early wolf scavenging to a deeply integrated, symbiotic partnership. This, commonly known as the "survival of the friendliest," led to shared genetic changes in diet, behavior, and social cognition, with dogs developing unique abilities to understand human communication. YouTube YouTube +5 Key Aspects of Co-evolution: Genetic and Behavioral Changes: Dogs underwent genetic mutations (such as on chromosome 6) that reduced fear, increased friendliness, and enhanced communication skills. This includes the ability to interpret human pointing and facial expressions, such as "puppy eyes" created by specific eye muscles developed through selective breeding. Dietary Adaptation: Both species evolved to consume similar diets, specifically in developing improved starch digestion through increased copies of the gene, reflecting a shift to agricultural lifestyles. Brain Chemistry and Social Bonding: Interactions between humans and dogs increase oxytocin levels in both, fostering strong social bonds that were not observed to the same extent between humans and hand-raised wolves. Parallel Evolution in Diseases: Due to sharing environments, dogs and humans have experienced parallel evolution in genes related to cancer, neurological processes, and metabolism. Shared High-Altitude Adaptation: In areas like the Himalayas, both dogs and humans independently acquired similar genetic resistance to low-oxygen environments, often through shared interbreeding with local, adapted populations (e.g., Tibetan Mastiffs and Tibetan people). Discover Magazine Discover Magazine +6 This unique partnership has made dogs more than just animals but a crucial part of human social history, shifting from helpers in hunting to family members.

The #BlueSkyArtShow theme this week is #Openings
The ever-respectful Mr. Calvin, waiting at the mouth of the cave, as did his ancestors, creating that bond between #wolf and man.
#RainbowBridge the last opening.
#MrCalvin #Calvin #DogsOfBluesky #Dogs ❤️‍🩹🐾🐾🌈 #Pets #Grief #PetPhotography #NotJustAPet

Mr. Calvin took his job of digging a new beach hole very seriously. Nothing could distract him, even when we pointed out he was tossing sand on us.
Mr. Calvin. 14 great years.
Miss you. 🌈 #Dogs #RainbowBridge #MrCalvin #Calvin #DogsOfBluesky #BestFriend #Beach #Family #Grief

Edge Of Humanity Magazine On Patrizia Riviera And Her Project Until Memory Do Us Part

#DocumentaryPhotography #ElderlyCare #MentalIllness #Dementia #Aging #MemoryLoss #FamilyCare #Caregiving #PersonalDocumentary #Grief #Covid19Impact #SocialIsolation

I’ve been missing Seth a lot lately. The world moves on from the victims of gun violence but we, the survivors, never do 💔💝. Trying to savor the beauty around us will always have a taint of sadness 😔 #SethSmithdidntdeservetodieat19 #Berkeley #ChildLoss #Grief

For more details, stop in at Lake Erie Book Company in Geneva or visit the store’s website! Extra bonus: You’ll be supporting an independent bookstore in your community! www.lakeeriebookcompany.com #MidlifeMoxieNovel #womensfiction #grief #loss #startingover #widowhood

Top 10 Blog posts of March 2026. #9. How Parents Cope with the Suicide of a Child News about MSI Press authors; Excerpts from MSI Press authors' books; Carl's Cancer Compendium information; tips for authors

Top 10 blog posts of March 2026. #9. How #parents #cope with the #suicideofachild.

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#grief #bereavement #lossofachild

17 Years… Loss, Faith & Easter ✝️” with Charlie Ward
Join Charlie Ward & Drew Demi on The Charlie Ward Insiders Club every Wednesday at 6pm & Saturday at 3pm GMT 👉 www.charlieward.com
#Easter #HeIsRisen #Jesus #Faith #Resurrection #NeverForget #ForeverLoved #InMemory #Grief #FYP #RealTalk

Celebrate #NationalPoetryMonth

Here is "The Visit" by Stacy Reich - from #Anthology Two by #PoetsontheFringe
from #TheOtherPages #Press

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#poems #poets #books #poetry #grief #loss #life
#PoetryLovers #poems #poetry #PoetryCommunity #PoetrySky #newbooks #newreleases #art

Dee Freeman, ‘Sistas’ Actress in Tyler Perry’s Series, Dies at 66 — Complex The veteran TV actress appeared in series including ‘Seinfeld,’ ‘ER,’ and ‘Dexter,’ with her final role airing earlier this year on ‘Sistas.’

#Sadness #Grief #Sistas
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“Dee Freeman, ‘Sistas’ Actress in Tyler Perry’s Series, Dies at 66

The veteran TV actress appeared in series including ‘Seinfeld,’ ‘ER,’ and ‘Dexter,’ with her final role airing earlier this year on ‘Sistas”

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This image shows a person and their dog together on April 4th, 2014. The photo captures a moment of companionship between a person and a large dog with a fawn-colored coat and a black muzzle. The dog appears to be a mixed breed, potentially including Labrador mix traits. The text on the image highlights the date and relationship, "Calvin and his person" and "April 4th, 2014".

This image contains text superimposed over a photo of a person comforting a dog. The text reads: "What is grief if not love persevering?" It also includes a memorial tribute: "Mr.Calvin Nov. 2011 to Apr 2026." https://www.petparentgriefsupport.com/

#Grief does not have a timeline, and it will sneak up on you. Habits and muscle memory factor in. She told me about sitting down on the couch and moving the pillow so he could join her. He's not there, but he is.
Mr. Calvin. 14 great years.
Miss you. 🌈 #Dogs #RainbowBridge #MrCalvin #Calvin 💔🐕❤️‍🩹

Text only press release of Deborah Reed’s Novel, MOBILE CREATURES.

My last novel was published during a tragic time in my life. This new novel takes a fictional peek at those dark days and dares to hope. So grateful to be working with @catapultbooks.bsky.social and @Rhondaroni.bsky.social under their Hawthorne Books imprint. #booksky #reinventyourself #expat #grief

Ultimate Rick Jones - The Senseless Waste of a Beautiful Thing

"A toe tapper about memory and the weird algebra of grief."

#acoustic #piano #americana #country #saxophone #50s #grief #doowop #musclecars #music

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This scene depicts two dogs running on a sandy beach near the ocean waves. Breed Identification: Based on image context, the black dog on the right is a Flat-coated Retriever, and the lighter brown dog on the left is a Labrador mix. Setting: The dogs are enjoying an off-leash run on a coastal beach, likely at a dog-friendly location. Activity: This type of play is commonly referred to as "zoomies," where dogs run energetically in bursts.

This image captures a dog running along the shore at Cannon Beach on the Oregon Coast, with the iconic Haystack Rock visible in the background. Location: Cannon Beach, Oregon, famous for its expansive sands and massive sea stack. Haystack Rock: This landmark is a 235-foot sea stack that is popular for birdwatching and tidepooling. Dog-Friendly: The area is well-known for being very dog-friendly, often allowing dogs to run off-leash if they are under reliable voice control. Atmosphere: The scene typically features vast, wet sand reflecting the overcast sky and ocean waves.

This image captures a moment in time at Cannon Beach, Oregon, featuring the iconic Haystack Rock. Location: Cannon Beach is famous for its long, sandy shore and the 235-foot basalt sea stack known as Haystack Rock. Wildlife: The area is a protected marine sanctuary and a seasonal home to tufted puffins and other bird species. Dog Friendly: Cannon Beach is renowned as one of the most dog-friendly beaches in the United States. Activities: Visitors enjoy walking the vast sand expanse, having bonfires, and visiting the charming village by the sea.

Mr. Calvin, The photogenic, with our favorite spots in the background.
Good memories help us process loss and grief. He gave us lots of Great memories.
The Amazing Calvin. 14 great years. Miss you. ❤️‍🩹🌈 #Dogs #RainbowBridge #MrCalvin #Calvin #DogsOfBluesky #Pets #Grief #BestFriend #PetPhotography

A photo of pale pink flowers blooming through rocks with brittle leaves still scattered about.

Grief isn’t only pain, it’s a rupture in your sense of social belonging.

It's so disorienting that it causes us to pause as we begin to realize...I no longer know where I fit in the world now.

#grief #griefsupport
#healingjourney

I bury the truth
Beneath bright smiles
And neon lights

#poetry #grief #trauma

I bury the truth
Deep within me
Memories too
Brutal for light

Blurred Lines
Old wounds
Festering
In the ruins

Of my despair
I bury the truth
Underneath
Bright smiles
And laughter

So loud
It shatters
A foundation
Of traditional
Values and trauma

#poetry #grief #trauma

What Happened to the McCrays?: A Novel Pain and happiness weren’t mutually exclusive, they could coexist in the same moment, in the same memory

What Happened to the McCrays?: A Novel

"Pain and happiness weren’t mutually exclusive, they could coexist in the same moment, in the same memory"

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Rating: 4.2/5 (2,663 Reviews)

#Family #Drama #Love #Hockey #Grief #SmallTown #Romance #BookSky

Labrador mix, trotting on the beach, waves of the ocean roll gently behind him in the background. He is facing the camera, happy tongue lolling, a perfect day with his family. Dogs do not seem to have a concept of time as a linear, long-term concept, often living in the present moment.

I don't mean to highjack the artshow, but it's only been 48 hours and I can't let go.
48 hours? 48 seconds. 48 days. 48 years. It's all the same. My brain is in dog time. Then is now.
"What is grief, if not love persevering?"
#MrCalvin #Calvin #DogsOfBluesky 🥲❤️‍🩹🐾🐾🐾🌈 #Pets #Grief #PetPhotography