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Winter Grief Summer Grace (Willowgreen Series)

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In a time of grief when so many books are so harsh this is a very soft, feel good book that makes you reflect on the good that is still in your life. It does not focus on what you "should" be doing or feeling, but rather gives you permission to grieve and to also move forward.

This book literally helped me make through many an evening after the death of a loved one. James Millers approach to comparing the seasons to grieving was so accurate. As your going through the Autumn of Grief you wonder if you will make it through to the Summer. You do, and this precious book will help to bring you to that bright Summer. The quotations written from other writers are placed strategically throughout the book and address the particular emotions being felt so beautifully. The emotions of grief can be very intense. This book helps you realize that you are not alone in your feelings, that they are normal. I have kept the original copy given to me; and have purchased several for others who have faced Grief. I can't recommend this book enough. It will be a tremendous assist as you go through this terribly LONELY time.

This little book was given to me about 2 months after my husband died 10 years ago. It is tremendously helpful in coming to grips with grief. Although there are some spiritual passages, it is not a religious book. It focuses your thinking, as well as citing some positive things things to do. Over this decade I have given away many, many copies to grieving friends. It is always most welcome and appreciated.

A friend gave this book to me shortly after I lost my 21-year-old son in a car accident. This book really helped me realize I am not alone in my grief. The emotions listed in the book were exactly what I was feeling! I couldn't believe an author could capture the essence of my pain like that. The action items were also very helpful. I have since purchased this book for others who are grieving. I would highly recommend this book!

After the death of my husband, I was given this most excellent book. James Miller's experience as a Grief Counselor and Clergyman came through beautifully. I read and re-read the consoling pages. I cried grieving tears with the assurance that someone knew the depths of the tears and the groanings. Each season of grief is beautifully broken down. The book begins in Autumn and walks with you day by day until finally you have arrived at the summer of your grief.
Throughout the entire book, there are quotations from various writers that just seemed to express the turmoil of mind and emotions that grief causes.
I have given this book to many who have lost someone dear to them.
I know it will help so many work through Grief.

Winter Grief, Summer Grace: Returning to Life After a Loved One Dies (Miller, James E., Willowgreen Series.)
I first became familiar with this book following my husband's death 16 years ago. Like the seasons of the year, this book follows the seasons following a death, beginning with Autumn (the "fall" from peace), and progressing through Winter (a "harsh" time), Spring (with its "fragile beginnings") and into Summer (the worst having been dealt with; a time when hope for new life can develop within you). Unlike the seasons of the year which ends in 365 days, the seasons of grief take as long as is necessary for each individual person. Like the year, each of which is different, the year(s) following the death of a loved one will each be different, but with time will become easier to handle. Each "season" is to be read when you are ready to move a little further along in your grief journey and offers quotes, Scripture readings, helpful diagogue, and is followed with helpful suggestions for each stage of grief. I found comfort from reading this book and following some of the suggested means of support. This has been an excellent gift to grieving friends who have been so positive in their acceptance of the book. Of my large collection of books dealing with grief, I found this to be the most useful in offering me concrete ways to lead me in a healthy way to overcome my grief and to restore me to a life of new and enjoyable beginnings.

I have sent this book to various people who have lost a loved one and in all cases they were most appreciative. I received this book from my daughter after my husband passed away and read it many, many times as I found consolation in the message.

When my wife died more than three years ago, I read a lot and attended a number of gried support groups. This book spoke to me more than any other I read at the time. Since that time I have given a copy to about a dozen friends who have suffered a tragic loss -- either a spouse, child or parent. The response from the others is the same as mine. It is a powerful, meaningful, and comforting book. Miller uses his full range of talents -- minister, grief counselor, and photographer -- to bring together a wonderful book. The reader is comforted with the context for loss he provides. I can't recommend it strongly enough.

This book is a warm bowl of soup and a hug wrapped in one. Beautifully written. This book is an ideal gift to send someone who is grieving or experiencing a loss. You will read it over and over.

This is a beautiful book with many appropriate sayings from famous authors along with great pics and comforting thoughts for a person who is grieving.