hfoster+FollowHolidays Hit Different After LossLizzie Kieffer just got real about how tough the holidays are after losing her baby girl Lily. She shared the sweetest (and saddest) details about imagining Lily celebrating in heaven, and how grief and joy can totally exist together. Her words hit hard: the lights are brighter, the rooms are louder, but the quiet moments feel heavier. If you’re missing someone this season, you’re not alone. Love and loss really do sit at the same table. #Relationships #GriefJourney #HolidayFeels40Share
Matthew Barnes+FollowWhen Holidays Hurt: Finding Light AgainNot everyone is feeling the holiday cheer—some of us are missing loved ones and feeling that empty seat at the table. This piece hit me hard: grief and gratitude can actually exist together. Even when the season stings, we can hold onto faith, memories, and the people still with us. It’s okay to cry and laugh in the same breath. Let’s reach out to anyone hurting this year and remember: thank God for what we have left. #Religion #GriefAndGratitude #HolidayFeels30Share
Vincent Silva+FollowHoliday Traditions That ExcludeEver notice how some holiday traditions can leave people feeling more left out than festive? From the pressure of pricey gift exchanges to awkward family gatherings and the endless parade of perfect moments on social media, the holidays aren’t always a warm hug for everyone. Not to mention, if you don’t celebrate the mainstream holidays, it can feel like you’re invisible. Let’s rethink how we celebrate so everyone feels included! #Culture #HolidayFeels #InclusiveHolidays00Share