I've just finished reading a book called "On Grief and Grieving" by Elisabeth Kubler-Ross & David Kessler... and one thing that I had not realized before, was something called: Anticipatory Grief. We anticipate birthdays, holiday celebrations, and vacations with heightened senses, We also anticipate the potential or real loss of someone we love with heightened senses as well. We are gieving while we are caring. Grief is the process that leads to healing.
The authors reiterate and clarify the meaning of the "5 Stages of Grief", and also talk about grieving during the Holidays.
ISBN # 978-0-7432-6629-1
My Love & Hugs to all.
Mo
