This is a Blog about grief and the loss of a child and how a mother copes daily . I want to share my feelings and help others through their grief while I go thru mine. My son was almost 22 when he died. A beautiful and amazing light in the world. I dedicate this blog to him and all the others who were the loves of their parents lives. Notes From Earth to Heaven. Sunday, July 22, 2012. He used to bring me Dandelions. Friday, June 22, 2012.

Sunday, April 26, 2009. I was walking home from the bus stop one day when I noticed a curious number of people outside the Algerian embassy.

Monday, July 14, 2014. Two More Countries Off My Checklist. Thursday, my first full day, was spent in the city center. First thing in the morning, I walked to the harbor where there is an outdoor market. Nearby was the Helsinki Cathedral which was quite a sight - brightly white, and a wide and steep stairs to get to the church. The rest of the afternoon was spent taking trams and walking to various venues around the city. Suomenlinna, island fortress near Helsinki. The last day, I .