The Raw Edge of Grief by Ann Hoff August 30, 2023Lori Davidson Buddha said that all suffering comes from clinging. That’s what I find happens when depression or grief refuses to move. We are clinging to something, probably because we feel we...
The Perspective on Grief from the Other Side by Ann Hoff July 25, 2023Lori Davidson When you are at a high vibration, you can’t be sad because it is such a low vibration it is cancelled out in heaven. One of the things I have...
How to Anticipate One's Emotional Needs when a Pet Passes by Ann Hoff May 31, 2023Lori Davidson With someone who has lost a pet, acknowledge their loss by saying things like, “I’m sorry for your loss.” “Would it be helpful to talk about it?” “You know I...
Pet Perennials Presents Paw-some Gifts to Strengthen Business Bonds May 26, 2023Lori Davidson By sending a thoughtful, personalized pet-themed gift, businesses can make a lasting impression and strengthen their relationship with their customers and employees. According to a recent survey, 68% of Americans own...
Memorial Gardens: A Living Tribute to a Pet May 16, 2023Remy Bibaud A memorial garden is a place where people can go to remember and honor their beloved pets. These gardens can be found in many different places, including parks, cemeteries, and...
Anniversary Grief By Ann Hoff April 26, 2023Lori Davidson The first year after your loss is filled with anniversaries. The time seems to drag, a birthday, Christmas, an anniversary of a trip, they can all trigger Anniversary Reactions. Many...
What to Say When Someone Loses a Pet April 11, 2023Lori Davidson It's important to choose your words carefully when comforting someone who has lost a pet. Avoiding dismissive or insensitive comments can help support their healing process and show that you...
"I Can’t Help You, Ann." – Dealing with Loss by Ann Hoff January 31, 2023Lori Davidson On a December 13th afternoon, a light in my life had gone out. I went out for a ride on a normal Sunday afternoon and came back a different person. It...
When Loss Is an Opportunity for Growth by Ann Hoff December 29, 2022Lori Davidson1 comment Being in grief is an awfully specific place to be. Many times, it brings our ego self to its knees, and we question everything. We realize that we don’t have...
A DOG'S LIFE SPAN by Anthony Bennie December 28, 2022Lori Davidson2 comments Originally posted on April 15 on Clear Conscience Pet. Shared with the author's permission. “Why can’t dogs live as long as humans?” This lament is often heard when humans mourn...
Facing A Loss by Ann Hoff November 29, 2022Lori Davidson I learned two lessons from Steve’s story. One is that you never can totally know what will happen, so if someone is important to you, you need to be there....
Grieving Lucie by Ann Marie Hoff November 03, 2022Lori Davidson9 comments I loved her flat out, put her needs and desires as a priority. I can honestly say there is nothing I regret doing with this dog. I never treated her...