deep breath

For some time, I've been pretty comfortable talking about my experience with miscarriage. At first, I was so lost in my grief and overwhelmed with my personal tragedy that I needed to talk about it all the time.  Having this weblog has been an important outlet for me, and it has been quite therapeutic, really allowing me to sift through the layers of my emotions, helping me to make sense of the highs and lows and in-betweens of this journey. For the most part, I think my life has pretty much been an open book.

Yesterday, the spine on book of my life was stretched a little further when I received a copy of our city's magazine - Richmond Magazine - in the mail. The supplemental issue - Richmond Health - that came out with this month's magazine contains an article that I wrote on finding peace and healing after my losses.

It's there for the whole city to read.

I hope that by reading my essay, even one person will feel less alone. I hope my words can bring comfort and understanding to someone, and maybe even just a little hope.

Comments

[Somewhat Ordinary]

Nikole, I think that is great that you chose to write about your experiences. I know getting stuff out in writing is very therapeutic to me. I would love to get my hands on a copy! They don't actually publish it on-line do they?

[Kath]

Dear Nikole, I think it's great that you did that. I hope you reach some people who are hurting, and educate some people who need insight into what miscarriage does to you.

[Amy]

Oh, I SO wish I could read it, but I can't seem to find where I can link to it online...or do you need to be a subscriber to read it? Either way, I'm impressed you wrote it and had it published!! It's there for others to experience too and that's important.

[megan]

congratulations, Nikole! i'm certain that your essay will touch multiple people. good for you for reaching out in this way. i think it's great.

[Sunny]

You completely amaze me! I would love to reason the article.

I have found that blogging has done the same thing for me. It is my therapy!

[Mary Ellen]

Congratulations on your article. I am sure that it will touch a lot of people.

[Samantha]

Congratulations! I would love to read it. (hugs)

[rockmama]

I'm so glad that you have decided to share your experiences with miscarriage. It's such a hugely lonely experience due to the fact that so many women feel like they're the only one since many are loathe to talk about it. After my two miscarriages and doctor's assertions that "it's totally normal" I felt as if maybe my grief wasn't warrented. Through the community I found on-line, it became obvious that it was more than warrented- it was essential to working through it. So thank you for publishing your story- I'm sure it'll give hope to others who have gone through this soul destroying experience.