February 23, 2023 — Because this community of Cardies is filled with exceptionally caring people, we know that a piece of each of our hearts is always grieving … beyond the losses in our own families and among friends, we feel for the families of the 6,000 Americans killed by gun violence just since January, for all that has been lost in Ukraine over the past tragic year, and the 40,000 lives shattered in the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria.
Last week, Contributing Cardie Judy Cortner sent me a very healing message that I asked her permission to share with you. She emailed to explain that I had not heard from her in awhile because she’s been mourning the loss of one of her oldest and dearest friends, Eunice. I want to share with you the beautiful and moving way this gifted writer described her sense of grief.
We first heard from Judy six years ago this month. After reading a Cardie Newsletter in which I was mourning the loss of a good friend of my own, she sent me — a total stranger at the time — a lovely little votive candle along with a pretty, embroidered handkerchief.
Judy honored my emotions and touched my heart in a way I will never forget. So, today, we want to hereby encourage everyone in this Cardie Community to do the same for someone you know. Take a moment and consider who would be moved by receiving a grief support card from you, and we will be honored to give you the first grief support card you add to an order FREE through this weekend.
Here’s hoping Judy knows this community feels for her and honors her great love for her friend. How cherished Eunice must have felt all those years with Judy’s warm light shining on her.
Jodee Stevens
Founder & Chief Creative
February 23, 2023 — Because this community of Cardies is filled with exceptionally caring people, we know that a piece of each of our hearts is always grieving … beyond the losses in our own families and among friends, we feel for the families of the 6,000 Americans killed by gun violence just since January, for all that has been lost in Ukraine over the past tragic year, and the 40,000 lives shattered in the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria.
Last week, Contributing Cardie Judy Cortner sent me a very healing message that I asked her permission to share with you. She emailed to explain that I had not heard from her in awhile because she’s been mourning the loss of one of her oldest and dearest friends, Eunice. I want to share with you the beautiful and moving way this gifted writer described her sense of grief.
We first heard from Judy six years ago this month. After reading a Cardie Newsletter in which I was mourning the loss of a good friend of my own, she sent me — a total stranger at the time — a lovely little votive candle along with a pretty, embroidered handkerchief.
Judy honored my emotions and touched my heart in a way I will never forget. So, today, we want to hereby encourage everyone in this Cardie Community to do the same for someone you know. Take a moment and consider who would be moved by receiving a grief support card from you, and we will be honored to give you the first grief support card you add to an order FREE through this weekend.
Here’s hoping Judy knows this community feels for her and honors her great love for her friend. How cherished Eunice must have felt all those years with Judy’s warm light shining on her.
Jodee Stevens
Founder & Chief Creative
I send my sincere condolences to Judy. I have not suffered her loss yet, however, the mere thought of losing one of my dearest friends makes me feel like a cloud of sadness has descended on my heart. I try to have a Plan-B for all the “what ifs?” in life. However, when a ‘what if’ actual happens you realize that the Plan-B you had in your head did not take into consideration the disabling pain. Judy, I wish you longer periods of stepping out and being comfortable leaving your guest home sleeping.
Judy,
I wish you peace.
Nancy
Judy’s words were spoken from the heart as only someone who has true compassion for others and a great ability to love could express.
Judy, I am so sorry for this devastating loss. One thing I’ve learned about grief, it has no timeline nor deadline. It might catch you in the throat at the sound of a favorite shared song. Let grief sit at your side when you need it. Sending you caring energy.
Judy, I wish I had had your words handy after the sudden death of my son 19 months ago. Grief is difficult enough to live with but feeling guilty about not reaching out to friends is also a burden. Your note to Jodee really struck home with me. Thank you for sharing your writing with us. Peace, my friend.
Patricia
Patricia- Judy’s words had me in an absolute puddle of emotions. Her words hit home in our household as well. My husband lost his son this past October and the journey has just begun. I’ve always thought that you never stop grieving the loss of a loved one. It comes at times you least expect it, and in small increments….I’ve learned this is how we survive the loss. I wish you healing and peace.
Penny
CANDY,
THANK YOU FOR YOUR
MESSAGE. SINCE, GRIEF
INSISTS ON GOING EVERYWHERE
WITH ME, I HAVE DISCOVERED,
IF HE BECOMES BOTHERSOME,
I CAN JUST TELL HIM TO GO
SIT AT ANOTHER TABLE. AND HE
DOES ?! (: HE DOES MAKE ME
SMILE AT TIMES.
THANK YOU NANCY
THANK YOU ANNIE
FOR YOUR KIND COMMENTS ♥
THANK YOU MADELINE
GRIEF CAN AT TIMES BE
A COMFORT.
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, PATRICIA
THE GRIEF OF LOSING A CHILD,
OH MY ♥
OH MY
THE LOSS OF A CHILD
I AM SO SORRY FOR
SUCH A GREAT LOSS,
PENNY