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Sharing memories of Abi…

9 March 201318 March 2018 / Kelly 🌻 / 3 Comments

A month ago, our eldest daughter died. I still struggle to type those words, let alone comprehend them… Abigail’s story, however, is so inspiring and heartbreaking that it should be recorded for others to read and share. It may offer comfort to some, support to others, and therapy for me, who knows…?

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I set up Chasing Dragonflies in 2013 following the sudden death of my daughter. Writing helped me process my grief and also help others who have also been bereaved. Here, you can read about those early days, months and years. You can also read about my books – The Dragonfly Story – a children’s book, and Life, Without You – a grief journal.

Thank you for visiting, I hope you find something helpful here.

Love Kelly x

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  • Home
  • About me
    • Why I write about grief
    • Why dragonflies?
  • My books & resources
    • The Dragonfly Story – explaining the death of a loved one to children and families
    • Life Without You – grief journal
    • Comforting colouring pages
    • PRIVACY POLICY
  • Living & grieving
    • Remembering Abigail
      • Abigail’s passing
    • Life with grief
      • Faith
      • Poems and prayers
    • Still Standing Mag Posts
  • The Comfort Zone
    • Books about grief and dying
    • Blogs about grief and childloss
    • Bereavement help and support
    • Organ donation
    • Arranging a funeral and memorial
    • Fundraising and campaigning
    • Special days and occasions
    • Dealing with the media & social networks
    • Remembering your child
    • Legal aspects of grief
    • Guest posts and links
  • Contact me

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