GRIEF FOR BEREAVED PARENTS

Grief for bereaved parents can be particularly complex. Often filled with a mix of sorrow, anger and longing because it’s unnatural for a child to die before their parent. Many parents experience profound isolation and struggle to find meaning or purpose. Not only because we have experienced the unimaginable, but also lose an enormous piece of ourselves.

Inspired by a character from A Discovery of Witches, (a matriarch that evoked the “badass” in me that is tough and formidable) said:

“Grief carves a place in the heart and sits there forever.

But when focused, it can be a powerful motivator.

Sadness becomes Resolve and Pain becomes Action.“

That message unlocked grief as a bittersweet reminder of love intertwined with loss. It does not ever go away, especially when you lose a child because the love and profound loss lives within you. Eliciting the importance of finding purpose through the pain is how to move alongside grief, heal and find your inner Badass!

Keanu’s Korner is dedicated to upholding and sharing the Love, Strength and Good Vibes that I absorbed from Kiki because it was not designed to end when he died. Kiki’s life and legacy has led my belief that I can overcome even the most daunting challenges, like the one we are facing in the pediatric brain tumor community. Through my sadness and pain lies a powerful motivator in supporting the relentless pursuit of one day getting rid of this dreaded disease. It is my uncompromising determination and love for my family that is essential in my healing process.

I have learned to accept that healing is moment by moment and doesn’t always feel good. But with focus, support, advocacy and community, the possibilities of a brighter future and Keanu’s Legend are endless.

Love, Strength and Good Vibes!!!!!

💜Kris