Holiday Get Togethers - In the midst of our holiday get togethers there is a missing loved one.  They are not with us in the physical sense, but they are with us in spirit and memories. The holidays can be filled with excitement and socializing, but they also bring with them sadness and grief. As we decorate, cook and shop, a host of memories springs to mind.  They are here in spirit, we are never alone, even when we are on our own, our memories wrap around us and give us a warm hug. This year (if you are ready) choose to see the value of your holiday get togethers.  Talk about your loved ones and share your memories of past holidays.  Our heart really misses them, and it often gives us a sign, reminding us how much we love and miss them. At holiday meals let family/friends know that it’s okay to: .  Bring a dish your husband loved.  Explain why and your memories as you say, “I hope you will enjoy it as much as he did.” .  Bring your favorite photos to display with memories of when they were taken. .  Bring his favorite music and take the opportunity to explain why and your memories of it. It’s up to you to include him in the get togethers by letting others know what they can do to honor his memory.  What is your most memorable holiday get together moment? Mary Francis, The Sisterhood of Widows holiday get togethers for widows, the sisterhood of widows, widow support, grieving, how to grieve, grief, life of a widow, #thesisterhoodofwidows, #widow, #grief, #griefsupport, #widowsupport, #howtogrieve, #widowshelpingwidows