Widow We Do Now?

What do baby elephants and sourdough bread have to do with this widow's journey? Terri Huston shares with Anita and Mel what the last two years have brought for her and her family after her husband died from the results of substance addiction. This episode contains the complexities of addiction and death, please be advised. Sponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

After almost 5 years of turmoil, dissatisfaction, and an unwavering distaste for the comic sans font, the unthinkable has happened: Anita found the perfect solution for Jason's headstone. The magical piece that made this miracle happen is named Drew Bott. Drew is an artist that works with families to help get the perfect monument customized for those who are searching to create something to memorialize the most memorable of loved ones.Check out Drew's site at:https://www.bottmonument.com/Sponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

When your husband dies after you've been married six weeks, you lose your job, and can't find your sanity, what do you do? If your name is Cyndi Francois, the answer is to get some space by spending ten months in a tent around the country. Check out this interview with Anita and Mel and learn more about the journey of this amazing widow.Find Cyndi's book, "Traveling Through Grief: Life, Death, and Ten Months In A Tent" wherever books are soldSponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

She's BAAAAAACK! Linda, the psychologist, grief and eating disorder therapist, art coach, and widow is back with Anita and Mel discussing WTF is going on with grief and the gut, diets, disordered eating after trauma, healing, and even her new "Grief Theory Cheese Rating Scale". Not sure what that is? Take a listen and find out!Check out Linda's stuff here:https://www.drlindashanti.com/the-art-of-griefSponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

The fact that Kelli Grace is alive and hasn't yet died of a broken heart is really a miracle, and you'll see why after you listen to her story. Another miracle is that she is finding ways to force herself to keep going. This widow is unstoppable, even when her entire life and family as she knew it was destroyed. Sponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

Meet Indira Rosenthal: a human rights lawyer living in Tasmania whose wife Jan, also a human rights lawyer, died from cancer. Indira talks to Anita and Mel about life down under, life with her wife, and life after partner loss. Sponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

It's been....how long? Five years since Widow We Do Now has been a thing? Anita and Mel are stunned, not only that they've survived widowhood thus far, but that there have been so many wonderful, funny, crazy, and shocking moments along the way. Join them for their behind the scenes stories of the last 5 years.Sponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

Shortly before this 28 year old mom of a toddler became a widow, her dad died by suicide. She's no stranger to shocking and sudden loss, and the myriad of feelings that accompany life after death. Following her husband's tragic accident while on duty with the Army Reserves, she puts her strength into helping others, and helping herself not fall victim to victim mentality. Check out Amy and what she's doing on IG: @amypaigekingSponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

When you're a 14 year old whose mom died, then as an adult you become a widower, you might have some perspective on death. Or maybe you are just muddling through, trying to parent your own child and keep them afloat. Either way, TJ Kingsbury has insight into what it's like to be in multiple paradigms. Check out his conversation with Anita and Mel. Sponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

Amy Pickett-Williams and Anita have something in common that's surprisingly not grief-related. But these small, prickly things are what ultimately led Amy, who is a grief therapist and integrative somatic trauma therapist, on her journey to help the world find tools for healing. The LIGHT Movement (Love in Grief, Held Together) was started by a group of volunteers in the fall of 2023, with the intention to let those grieving know that they are not alone. For resources, volunteer opportunities, training, continuing ed credits for professionals, workshops, and solstice events, visit http://www.lightmovement.orgSponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

It's another round of listener submissions with tales of in-laws, outlaws, and everything in between. Join Anita and Mel for the ride!Sponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

Kimmie is rad. Her husband Mike was also rad. But not all situations in marriage are smooth sailing. Between diagnoses of autism, OCD, and ADHD, life could be unpredictable. Add to the mix that Mike suddenly died, and you come out with a lot of complex feelings and situations. Kimmie shares her story of partnership, death, healing, health, parenting a transgender teen, and of course, cheese. Sponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

Anita and Mel have had quite the stories to tell in the past few weeks. Join them to learn what in the world a squirrel bag is, and if Mel ever returned from Indiana/Illinois/India.Sponsored by:Rock House Financial & the podcast: He's Gone But The Money's Nothttps://rockhousefinancial.com/podcasts/BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdn

In this episode, we travel (via google) to the South Pacific islands, Asia, Ghana, New Orleans, and more. What does fermented banana soup have to do with death? What fantasy coffin would you design? Join Anita and Mel to find out in this week's episode.Sponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

Whether it's repartnering, getting started managing how to tackle your deceased partner's belongings, or navigating how in-law relationships change post partner death, Rachel Kodanaz has done it all. Check out her resources at:http://www.rachelkodanaz.comSponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

How's summer going? Anita and Mel do a summer check in which may or may not include suggestions of a reality dating show featuring Anita. Sponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

Meet Jennifer. Jennifer is from Indiana, had cancer in her youth, volunteered at cancer camp as an adult, and met her husband who also had cancer in his youth. She shares their story of their time together, which has gone beyond his recent death. Content warning: giant photos of faces on sticks, Larry Bird, and French Lick....Sponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

Travel nurse, skier, flight nurse, wife, caretaker, widow, sailor....these are just some of the things that make Gia Benoit who she is. Gia shares the story of the life she had with her husband after his high spinal cord injury and poses the question, "we can survive anything, but to what detriment?" Check out her real and honest story in this episode with Anita and Mel. Sponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

When you're a therapist that works with children and parents facing grief and anxiety, you probably have some tools and insight to share. Anita and Mel have determined this is the case for their guest, Joanne Doucette, and are excited to share this interview with the world!Sponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdnJoin our Patreon for ad-free episodes and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comWanna buy us tacos?http://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonow

Can you imagine what it's like to be 31, you have been a caretaker for your husband diagnosed with ALS, and alre already a widow? Where do you go from there? Sheila Clemenson tells her story of love, death, table dancing, and repartnering with Anita and Mel. Check her out, as well as her book Over The Rainbow: From The Depths of Grief to Hope, found anywhere books are sold.https://www.amazon.com/Over-Rainbow-Depths-Grief-Hope/dp/B0CKGT45MThttps://sheilaclemenson.com/Help us keep the Widow We Do Now podcast going, get ad-free episodes, and more!http://www.patreon.com/wwdnWant to buy us some tacos?https://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonowNeed some Snarky Grief merch?http://shop.widowwedonow.comSponsored by:BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnMint Mobile: Mobile phone plans with great service and coverage starting at $15/month https://trymintmobile.com/wwdn