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1/5/2021

​Discovering Life Again: After the Death of a Spouse

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​Discovering Life Again: After the Death of a Spouse

​Discovering Life Again: After the Death of a Spouse
REDISCOVER | REPLENISH | RENEWAL
8 week live webinar delivered in the ZOOM format
Starting Tuesdays, January 12, 2021 at 6 pm MT/5P
$67 registration fee.  This winter 2021 class is sponsored by Sunrise Retreats who have covered the full prices of this class! One 30 minute private one on one session is included in this class.  Additional private sessions are available at a discounted rate paid directly through Marni.
*This is not a grief support group.  This is an educational wellness class taught by
Marni Henderson B.S., credentialed Health Educator,
HeartMath Practitioner, and walks her personal journey of widowhood.

While this is not a grief support group or grief counseling, it is a place for discovering TOOLS to navigate
your overall health and wellbeing while creating a new life while also experiencing deep grief.  It is an
experience filled with witnessing each other’s pain, courage, vulnerabilities, and strengths. We find
inspiration, hope, and encouragement while supporting each other in 
​our healing journeys.  In addition to
stress management practices designed to calm, heal, and restore our nervous system, we will also
​discover our unique visions for creating new life.  


Register at: https://www.coalescediscovery.com/health-and-wellness-classes/widow-wellness-a-wellness-class-for-widows-with-healing-tools-and-practices-for-rediscovering-life-after-the-death-of-a-spouse/

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1/5/2021

Future Widow by Jenny Lisk - Book Buy-One-Get-One Until January 10, 2021

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Future Widow by Jenny Lisk - Book Buy-One-Get-One Until January 10, 2021

Future Widow by Jenny Lisk - Book Buy-One-Get-One Until January 10, 2021

When her forty-three-year-old husband was diagnosed with inoperable brain cancer, Jenny Lisk was
thrust into the role of caregiver.  
In her new book, "Future Widow," she goes behind the scenes of her
tumultuous and heartbreaking journey, and asks: "Do I have what it takes to help my young family
survive my husband’s terminal illness?"


Everyone who buys the new book or ebook through January 10th can request a free ebook download to
give a friend.
It's Jenny's way of giving back, and getting the book into as many hands as possible.

To purchase  your copy and get a FREE ebook for a friend, visit: http://jennylisk.com/bogo

Don't forget to follow @liskjenny on Instagram, subscribe to The Widowed Parent Podcast
​and visit https://futurewidowbook.com/


Visit the "Recommendations" tab to find other reading suggestions and to purchase books with the
My Grief Connection affiliate link which helps support this page. 

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12/10/2020

Sunrise Retreats - Holiday Lights Stroll at Scentsy Commons - 15 Dec 2020

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Sunrise Retreats - Holiday Lights Stroll at Scentsy Commons - 15 Dec 2020
Sunrise Retreats - Holiday Lights Stroll at Scentsy Commons - 15 Dec 2020
Tuesday, December 15, 2020 from 6:30 - 7:20 PM MST

Scentsy Commons at the Main Entrance, located at 2901 E. Pine Meridian Idaho, 83642

Join Sunrise Retreats for their December Widow Connect event on Tuesday, December 15th for a Holiday Lights Stroll at Scentsy Commons. Bring your favorite warm beverage and get into the festive spirit by walking through hundreds of lights bundled up in your favorite sweater! Enjoy a casual stroll through the bright lights that
​cover more than 450 trees and stretch over 43 miles. 
​

Find out the details here: https://buff.ly/2K1Eg7N
https://sunriseretreat.org/calendar

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9/7/2020

Paint in the Park Summer Pop-Up Retreat for the Widowed

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Paint in the Park Summer Pop-Up Retreat for the Widowed
Paint in the Park Summer Pop-Up Retreat for the Widowed

Masks & Proper Social Distancing Will Be Required.

Sunrise Retreats has had to postponed their 2020 widows retreats due to
safety reasons, but know that it these intimate weekends are a source of
hope and nourishment for so many. 


So, they came up with some ideas of how the Sunrise Retreats can still connect safely with their community. They have planned a series of Pop Up Retreats this summer for widows and widowers in the Boise, Idaho area. 

While these events are not "support groups" they ARE opportunities to visit, connect and support each other while participating in some type of
outdoor activity. This allows
participants to keep a 6 foot distance and
practice safe guidelines from health officials.


If you had lost a spouse, and live in the Boise area, they would love to have
you join them on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 to Paint in the Park
at Kristin Armstrong Park in Boise, Idaho, 11:30 am - 2:30 pm. 
 

If you had lost a spouse, and live in the Boise area,
they would love to have you join them.


PLEASE RSVP so they can have lunch ready. 
​

More info can be found at: https://sunriseretreat.org/summer-pop-up-retreats
https://www.facebook.com/events/598857420750258/

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7/19/2020

Sunrise Retreats - Summer Pop Up Retreats - Walk the Labyrinth

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​Sunrise Retreats, Summer Pop Up Retreats, Walk the Labyrinth at Julius Kleiner Park, July 21, 2020 at 10:00 am, Lunch will be served.

​Sunrise Retreats - Summer Pop Up Retreats - Walk the Labyrinth


Sunrise Retreats has had to postponed their 2020 widows retreats due to safety reasons,
but know that it these 
intimate weekends are a source of hope and nourishment for so many. 
So, they came up with some ideas of how the Sunrise Retreats can still connect safely with
their community. They have planned a series of Pop Up Retreats this summer for widows
and widowers in the Boise, Idaho area. 


While these events are not "support groups" they ARE opportunities to visit, connect and
support each other while participating in some type of outdoor activity.
​This allows
 participants to keep a 6 foot distance & practice safe guidelines from health officials.

If you had lost a spouse, and live in the Boise area, they would love to have you join them on
Tuesday, July 21, 2020 to Walk the Labyrinth at Julius Kleiner Park at in
​Meridian, Idaho 10:00 am - 12:00 pm.  Lunch will be provided following the walk. 


Please RSVP! More info can be found at: https://sunriseretreat.org/summer-pop-up-retreats

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6/23/2020

International Widows Day is Tuesday, June 23, 2020

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International Widows Day is Tuesday, June 23, 2020
International Widows Day is an annual day to bring global awareness to the violation of human
rights and dignity that widows suffer in many countries after the death of their spouses.  


The loss of a spouse is devastating under the best of circumstances but the COVID-19 pandemic has made
the situation worse over the last several months, leaving many thousands of women newly widowed
and cut off from financial and familial support.  
There are an estimated 258 million widows around the
world, and close to 1 in 10 live in extreme poverty. 


The United Nations observes this day to draw attention to the voices & experiences of widows across the globe
and to galvanize the unique support that they need. 
It is an opportunity for action towards achieving full
rights and recognition for widows.
 Widows' rights are women's rights are human rights. 


"For many women, becoming a widow does not just mean the heartache of losing a husband, but
​often losing everything else as well." – Cherie Blair, wife of former Prime Minister, Tony Blair.

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6/15/2020

Sunrise Retreats Summer Pop Up Retreats and Virtual Classes

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Sunrise Retreats, Summer Pop Up Retreats & Virtual Class

Sunrise Retreats Summer Pop Up Retreats and Virtual Classes
​
Sunrise Retreats has had to postponed their 2020 retreats due to safety reasons, but know that it these
intimate weekends are a source of hope and nourishment for so many. So, they came up with some ideas of
who the Sunrise Retreats can still connect safely with their community. They have planned a series of
Pop Up Retreats this summer for widows and widowers  Please RSVP!  
More info can be found here 
https://sunriseretreat.org/summer-pop-up-retreats

​
Morning Stroll and Lunch to Honor International Widows Day
Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at 10 AM – 12 PM at ​Kathryn Albertson Park
https://www.facebook.com/events/903817836710598/


Healing Wellness In Life After Loss Class
Starting Tuesday, July 7th ( 10-11:30 am or 6-7:30 pm) 
6 week live online webinar delivered in the Zoom format
Classes will be recorded if you are not able to attend class
$29 registration fee (HSA and Flex Accounts may be billed)

*This is not a grief support group.  This is an educational wellness class taught by 
Marni Henderson B.S., credentialed Health Educator, and HeartMath Practitioner.
Register at: 
https://www.coalescediscovery.com/classes/discover-life-again/

​
Walk the Labryrinth at Julies Kleiner Park and Lunch
Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at 10 AM – 12 PM
https://www.facebook.com/events/285369222842379/

​

Paddle the Pond Summer Pop Up Retreat for the Widowed
​Tuesday, August 25, 2020 time TBD
https://www.facebook.com/events/684575868772643/



Paint in the Park Summer Pop Up Retreat for the Widowed
Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM at 
Kristin Armstrong Park
https://www.facebook.com/events/598857420750258/

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5/26/2020

HOW TO WRITE A GOOD CONDOLENCE CARD FOR A DEATH IN 2020 WITH JENNY LISK

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How to write a good condolence card for a death in 2020 WITH JENNY LISK

In this video from widowed mom, and host of "The Widowed Parent Podcast,"
Jenny Lisk, gives us practical tips for that dreaded task of writing a condolence card.  

https://youtu.be/Gt77V92J7xY

Check out The Widowed Parent Podcast at https://www.jennylisk.com/

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4/18/2020

The Widowed Parent Podcast: What You Can Do, When You Can't Have a Funeral During a Pandemic?

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Pandemic Special Episode of the Widowed Parent Podcast, Episode 067, What Can You Do When You Can't Have a Funeral During a Pandemic?
The Widowed Parent Podcast: Ep. 67, Pandemic Special Episode
Buffy Peters of Hamilton's Academy of Grief and Loss, at Hamilton's Funeral Home in Des Moines, Iowa,
​and h
ost Jenny Lisk speak ​about "What You Can Do, When You Can't Have a Funeral During a Pandemic?" 
https://www.jennylisk.com/podcast/wpp067

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3/18/2020

Camp Widow Virtual Edition - 20 & 21 March 2020

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Camp Widow Virtual Edition

Camp Widow
has gone virtual.
They just announced: "Due to the global health crisis created by COVID-19, we are living through an unprecedented experience. The isolation that is often harmful to grieving people's mental health is currently being recommended to protect their physical health. This virtual edition of our Camp Widow program will offer the connections and resources vital to healing for our widowed community from the safety of their own homes.


We are proud to be supporting both our widowed community and the general population by offering resources that increase calm and offer comfort during this time of uncertainty. Please join us in choosing hope over fear and connection over isolation by participating in the first ever Camp Widow Virtual Edition!"

LOCATION: Online from Anywhere

DATE: Mar 20 - 21, 2020

COST:  FREE Content Page is available to all widowed people and the general public at no cost. Includes various 20-30 minute video content designed to provide comfort and calm in the face of the current uncertainty.

One Day Camp Widow Full Access: $75
Includes one day of content and any social activity scheduled for the chosen day.
Full Two Day Camp Widow Access: $150
Includes Friday content, Saturday content, all associated social activities, Sunday virtual 
​5K and virtual Tribute Tile wall.


https://campwidow.org/camp/virtual/

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