During my journey as a bereaved parent, I have read many good and helpful books and articles that have resounded with my grief journey. One that I really liked was :"Ghost Rider: Travels on the Healing Road", by Neil Peart. Peart is best known for his work as the drummer and lyricist in the Canadian rock band, Rush. In the space of 10 months in 1997 and 1998, Peart's daughter, Selena died in a car accident and his common law wife and Selena's mother, Jackie died of cancer. In an attempt to find meaning and healing , he embarked on a 55,000 mile journey on his motorcycle ,across Canada, many parts of the United States and Mexico. Not only do you get some great insights into his grief journey, but he details the history of the places that he visited. He also used that history as a further backdrop for his turmoil and pain as both a bereaved parent and a young widow. It is truly a great read for anyone who has experienced loss of any kind.
Please let me know about some books and other resources that have helped you on your own journeys.
Saturday, October 23, 2010
Friday, October 22, 2010
Welcome to Bootsy and Angel's Blog
Hi everyone:
My name is Dave Roberts. I am a bereaved parent and the founder of Bootsy and Angel Books, LLC. Our mission is to provide quality support and resources to individuals who have experienced loss of any kind. For more information on our services you can go to www.bootsyandangel.com .
The motivation for Bootsy and Angel Books is my daughter Jeannine Marie Roberts, who died on 3/1/03 at the age of 18 of a rare form of cancer. Bootsy and Angel are Jeannine's two cats. Her death has redefined me, resulting in a complete spiritual transformation . I look at life and death differently now and my daughter has and continues to be a major part of that.
I will post my thoughts on grief, links to some great websites as well as links to some articles that I have written and others in the field have written. I also want this to be a site where people can share their thoughts and memories and stay connected to their loved ones.
My name is Dave Roberts. I am a bereaved parent and the founder of Bootsy and Angel Books, LLC. Our mission is to provide quality support and resources to individuals who have experienced loss of any kind. For more information on our services you can go to www.bootsyandangel.com .
The motivation for Bootsy and Angel Books is my daughter Jeannine Marie Roberts, who died on 3/1/03 at the age of 18 of a rare form of cancer. Bootsy and Angel are Jeannine's two cats. Her death has redefined me, resulting in a complete spiritual transformation . I look at life and death differently now and my daughter has and continues to be a major part of that.
I will post my thoughts on grief, links to some great websites as well as links to some articles that I have written and others in the field have written. I also want this to be a site where people can share their thoughts and memories and stay connected to their loved ones.
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