Erica and Sharon discuss how this simple question can stop a grieving parent in their tracks.  A grieving parent will struggle with answering this question because their first instinct is to always honor the relationship with their child that has passed away.  As a society, we're not taught how to talk about grief because it makes others uncomfortable so a grieving parent will put the comfort of others before themselves when answering this question.

Erica and Sharon interview guests Brittany Ramos and Julie Brown who are the founders of Forever in Our Hearts Retreat for families who have lost children.  Through their own separate tragedies they have come together to provide families with an opportunity to begin their healing at this amazing retreat.

Sharon and Erica discuss how the break-up of a marriage or long term relationship can also be a grieving event.  Often times grief is only associated with death, but there are over forty known losses that can cause grief and a broken heart.

Sharon and Erica discuss the importance of choosing recovery.  Often times grievers feel as though they're destined to live with the pain from their broken hearts, but that is not the case.  Anyone can choose to take the necessary action steps towards healing.

Erica and Sharon discuss the loss of hopes, dreams and expectations experienced when you have a non-typical child or a child born with physical disabilites.  Erica shares her struggles with Austin and the challenges she faced when he was diagnosed as being on the spectrum.  Sharon shares how she had to grieve for her granddaughter Ever who also has Autism.

Sharon and Erica continue to answer questions from grievers.

Sharon and Erica answer questions from grievers.

Erica and Sharon discuss the permanent changes grief can create in your life.  It is not uncommon for people to be forever changed once they have experienced a traumatic event.  They discuss the importance of accepting those changes and acknowledging that you are a person who has experienced something terrible, but you can still find ways to enjoy life.

Sharon and Erica discuss the challenges of parenting while dealing the pain and aguish of grief.  They share their experiences with how they managed to stay on top of their parental duties while managing their pain.

Sharon and Erica talk about the pain associated with losing a loved one and grieving the fact that they will not be in your future.  They share their personal experience with this feeling and they also share tips on how to get through this when it occurs.