Life Lessons Learned

A Continuing Series of Uplifting Articles for Widows and Others Who Have Lost, or May Soon Lose, Someone They Love.

In this from-the-heart series of self-help articles, Barbara shares her most personal writing and the successful coping strategies she has been using since the death of her husband, Harry, in February, 2005.

In addition to speaking about her own grieving experience and what she has learned in the process, Barbara also shares insight gained from conversations with other widows and individuals who have lost loved ones.

Click HERE for a descriptive list of articles and a selection of books that deal with the grieving process and the loss of a spouse or other loved one.

The first article in this series touched the hearts of many readers. Read their special supportive comments HERE.

"Life is all memory except for the one present moment that goes by so quick you can hardly catch it going."
- Tennessee Williams

Life is many things at different times . . . from interesting, exciting, surprising and challenging, to frustrating, discouraging, stressful, and extremely sad. But we learn from every experience, good or bad, and move on from there. This department shares lessons the author has learned from more than thirty-five years of self-employment and nearly seven decades of just plain living.

Are You Prepared for a Disaster? (Tips for Setting up a "Grab It Quick" Box)

How to Save Money on Prescription Drugs

Found: A New Source of Strength

How to Stop Worry at the Gate

I Already Did That! (You don't have to keep doing things you've already done!)

STRESS: What It Does to You and What You Can Do About It

The Many Faces of Stress, and Why Women Handle it Better Than Men - An experience with "forgetfulness" taught Barbara a new lesson about how stress can affect our daily activities.

What You Need to Know About Breast Cancer - Barbara's Personal Experience

Reports from Barbara's readers:

Duped by a Pen Pal in Africa. Lesson learned: Don't give your home address to strangers. (This article now links to a second report from a mother whose daughter was also caught up in the same scheme.)

Simplify, Simplify! (Maybe it's time to reevaluate your life goals.)

The Incredible POWER of Prayer

What Divorce Does to a Homebased Business Owner