***** (Note that this book contains specific details to many horrific crimes.)
A book written by America's Most Wanted's John Walsh about the abduction and murder of his son Adam Walsh.
A heart wrenching story of how Adam was taken from a family that adored him. He was abducted at a shopping mall and brutally killed and decapitated.
This book is hard core - honest and scary stuff but worth every read because of how amazing John and Reve' Walsh are. John Walsh is one of my heroes. It is so amazing what he has done to make sure Adam did not die in vain.
I aspire to be like John Walsh - in my own way - and to make my daughters proud like he - I'm sure - makes Adam proud.
Showing posts with label Grief and Loss Books. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Grief and Loss Books. Show all posts
Sunday, May 24, 2009
Tears of Rage: From Grieving Father to Crusader for Justice: The Untold Story of the Adam Walsh Case
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Saying Goodbye Book Review
****
Saying Goodbye
By Jim and Joan Boulden
This is a children’s workbook/coloring book. It is a National Hospice Organization award winner. It talks about the natural cycle of life and death, common feelings for children after someone dies, what children can do that might help them grieve, and that love and memories are forever. Children can draw their loved one, what death is, what life is, and their memories. There is a place to write a goodbye letter at the back of the book. It’s a pretty good book. I personally didn’t choose this one for my son because I didn’t like how it doesn’t tell about what happens to the dead person – it only talks about the dead body. They probably left that part open so you could talk with the child about those questions they might have and specifically say what you believe which is nice because it leaves it open to many different beliefs.
Saying Goodbye
By Jim and Joan Boulden
This is a children’s workbook/coloring book. It is a National Hospice Organization award winner. It talks about the natural cycle of life and death, common feelings for children after someone dies, what children can do that might help them grieve, and that love and memories are forever. Children can draw their loved one, what death is, what life is, and their memories. There is a place to write a goodbye letter at the back of the book. It’s a pretty good book. I personally didn’t choose this one for my son because I didn’t like how it doesn’t tell about what happens to the dead person – it only talks about the dead body. They probably left that part open so you could talk with the child about those questions they might have and specifically say what you believe which is nice because it leaves it open to many different beliefs.
Chicken Soup for the Grieving Soul Book Review
****
Chicken Soup for the Grieving Soul
By Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen
This is one of the Chicken Soup for the Soul books. It is a compilation of stories and also quotes. There will be some that you’ll like and others that just don’t hit home. The problem is you have to read all of them…. There was one story that really angered me when I read it. But of course, there were other stories in the book that I really liked. Some made me cry of course. However, if you’re at that stage of grief where some things just make you so angry that it totally sets you afire (which many of the grieving go through that!), this might not be the best choice.
It is lengthy, but you can pick and choose what to read so it would be ok for the short attention and energy span of the grieving.
Chicken Soup for the Grieving Soul
By Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen
This is one of the Chicken Soup for the Soul books. It is a compilation of stories and also quotes. There will be some that you’ll like and others that just don’t hit home. The problem is you have to read all of them…. There was one story that really angered me when I read it. But of course, there were other stories in the book that I really liked. Some made me cry of course. However, if you’re at that stage of grief where some things just make you so angry that it totally sets you afire (which many of the grieving go through that!), this might not be the best choice.
It is lengthy, but you can pick and choose what to read so it would be ok for the short attention and energy span of the grieving.
Wishes for One More Day Book Review
*****
Wishes for One More Day
By Melanie Joy Pastor
This is a sweet book about all the things you wish you could do with your loved one. It would be a great book to read and then have children create their own book of wishes – things they would do with their loved one if they could. A grandfather's death inspires his grandchildren to create a book of wishes in this sensitive portrayal of dealing with the loss of a loved one. When Anna and her little brother Joey hear the sad news about their Poppy's death, they begin to think about what they would do if they could have one more day with him. They smile thinking about Poppy’s crazy birthday hat, giggle at the silly songs Poppy used to plunk out on the piano, and laugh out loud at the weekly chicken-soup game they played with him at the deli. As the list grows into a pile, the pile becomes a book—a book of wishes for one more day with Poppy—or, as their mother explains, a memory book of the love and fun they shared with him, since all of their wishes have already come true. This treasured memento celebrates Poppy’s life and helps Anna and Joey keep his memory alive for years to come.
Wishes for One More Day
By Melanie Joy Pastor
This is a sweet book about all the things you wish you could do with your loved one. It would be a great book to read and then have children create their own book of wishes – things they would do with their loved one if they could. A grandfather's death inspires his grandchildren to create a book of wishes in this sensitive portrayal of dealing with the loss of a loved one. When Anna and her little brother Joey hear the sad news about their Poppy's death, they begin to think about what they would do if they could have one more day with him. They smile thinking about Poppy’s crazy birthday hat, giggle at the silly songs Poppy used to plunk out on the piano, and laugh out loud at the weekly chicken-soup game they played with him at the deli. As the list grows into a pile, the pile becomes a book—a book of wishes for one more day with Poppy—or, as their mother explains, a memory book of the love and fun they shared with him, since all of their wishes have already come true. This treasured memento celebrates Poppy’s life and helps Anna and Joey keep his memory alive for years to come.
Running with Angels Book Review
*****
Running with Angels
By Pamela H. Hansen
The true life story of a mother who loses 100 pounds and runs a marathon following the loss of two children and other challenges. It is an inspiring story.
Please note that it is a religious book (of the LDS faith) and sometimes religion can be a sensitive subject for the grieving!!
Running with Angels
By Pamela H. Hansen
The true life story of a mother who loses 100 pounds and runs a marathon following the loss of two children and other challenges. It is an inspiring story.
Please note that it is a religious book (of the LDS faith) and sometimes religion can be a sensitive subject for the grieving!!
Mommy, Please Don't Cry: There Are No Tears in Heaven Book Review
****
Mommy, Please Don't Cry: There Are No Tears in Heaven
By Linda Deymaz
I personally own this book and really like it. It is meant for mothers who lose a young child. It was written by a mother who lost her daughter in 1995. She writes a beautiful dedication letter to all mothers who have lost a child. The book describes what heaven is like and how wonderful it is. The only thing I don’t like is the implication that mothers should not cry. I personally feel that mothers sometimes (depending on the person) need and have to cry to release their grief. But at the same time, this book may bring comfort to you in the thought of your child in such a wonderful place. It also includes a journal at the back of the book for recording thoughts about your child.
Please note that it is a Christian book and has references to the Bible and so forth. Religion is sometimes a touchy subject with the grieving!!!
Mommy, Please Don't Cry: There Are No Tears in Heaven
By Linda Deymaz
I personally own this book and really like it. It is meant for mothers who lose a young child. It was written by a mother who lost her daughter in 1995. She writes a beautiful dedication letter to all mothers who have lost a child. The book describes what heaven is like and how wonderful it is. The only thing I don’t like is the implication that mothers should not cry. I personally feel that mothers sometimes (depending on the person) need and have to cry to release their grief. But at the same time, this book may bring comfort to you in the thought of your child in such a wonderful place. It also includes a journal at the back of the book for recording thoughts about your child.
Please note that it is a Christian book and has references to the Bible and so forth. Religion is sometimes a touchy subject with the grieving!!!
Understanding Your Grief Book Review
*****
Understanding Your Grief
By Alan Wolfelt, Ph.D.
I often have a hard time with books written by professionals. They often just don’t get it – understanding my grief and how hard it is. But Dr. Wolfelt is so wonderful! I own this book and the accompanying journal and it is highlighted and marked everywhere. He really gets it and his book has been so helpful to me.
Understanding Your Grief
By Alan Wolfelt, Ph.D.
I often have a hard time with books written by professionals. They often just don’t get it – understanding my grief and how hard it is. But Dr. Wolfelt is so wonderful! I own this book and the accompanying journal and it is highlighted and marked everywhere. He really gets it and his book has been so helpful to me.
We Were Gonna Have a Baby, But We Had an Angel Instead Book Review
*****
We Were Gonna Have a Baby, But We Had an Angel Instead
By Pat Schwiebert
Another one of my favorite grief books! Pat Schweibert is wonderful. This book is about a family (with one son) who was going to have a baby but something bad happened – the baby died. It talks about how hard it is and how different it is. It is appropriate for miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss. I personally read it to my 4 year old when our Bree-Elle died and he could totally relate to and understand the book. Love it, love it, love it.
We Were Gonna Have a Baby, But We Had an Angel Instead
By Pat Schwiebert
Another one of my favorite grief books! Pat Schweibert is wonderful. This book is about a family (with one son) who was going to have a baby but something bad happened – the baby died. It talks about how hard it is and how different it is. It is appropriate for miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss. I personally read it to my 4 year old when our Bree-Elle died and he could totally relate to and understand the book. Love it, love it, love it.
Tear Soup Book Review by Pat Schweibert and Chuck DeKlyen
*****
Tear Soup
By Pat Schweibert and Chuck DeKlyen
One of the BEST grieving books out there! It uses an analogy of cooking soup to working through grief stressing how some people “cook soup” differently than others. Short enough to keep the attention and energy span of the newly bereaved too. Appropriate for any age!
Tear Soup
By Pat Schweibert and Chuck DeKlyen
One of the BEST grieving books out there! It uses an analogy of cooking soup to working through grief stressing how some people “cook soup” differently than others. Short enough to keep the attention and energy span of the newly bereaved too. Appropriate for any age!
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