So Susan’s journals were sporadically written, to say the least. From October, 2016, to December, 2019, it seems that she … More
Author: mmtread
“My Stoma Rears its Ugly Head”
FRIDAYMay 22 2015 I am starting to reach an understanding with my stoma, to be able to detect when it … More
“My Boys Need Me More”
MONDAYMay 18 2015 Took a hiatus from journaling while Julie [a long-term friend] was here and over the weekend. It … More
“My Spirit is light”
SATURDAYMay 9 2015 Birthday parties can be a real chore. Making small talk with people you know only as so … More
The Kids Are Alright
I awake in the middle of the night to find Susan in bed next to me. I stay silent, because … More
Clothes Sniffing and Other Stages of Grief
It’s been about 6 weeks since my wife, Susan, passed away, and although I realize that everyone’s experience of grief … More
Beautiful and Awful, Tender and Terrible
After a great deal of consideration, I’ve decided to write about the last days of Susan’s life. If you would … More
Love Letters to Susan
Probably the most helpful thing I’ve done in the past few weeks was invite the people who love Susan to … More
A Letter from Susan’s Organization
First of all, I’m overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and support in the last days and weeks. I want … More
No More Words
I’m so sorry to have to say this, but Susan has passed away. She died peacefully and without pain last … More