On This Day

I have a confession to make.  I am seriously addicted to the "On this day" app on Facebook.

Until August 20, 2015, I could look back on last year's post and remember what that day was like.  When Dylan was still here.

Now, when I look at the "On This Day" from 2014, I remember the turmoil that I was going through.  I think, "was that a good day or a bad day?"  Then I scroll down and look at 2013 and then I my anxiety calms as I think back to that day, when Dylan was here.

I've come a long way since "On This Day" last year.  I have had several people start conversations with me about my loss, or suicide.  A year ago, I couldn't have had those conversations without becoming undone.  Now, I can stand outside the door of a training for work and talk to a coworker about doing a training for my company about grieving families. 

I can almost guarantee I will become emotional.  I will not promise it won't be uncomfortable.  But I promise I will be honest in the hopes of helping another person or family.

This week is "National Suicide Prevention Week" and tomorrow is "International Suicide Prevention Day".  Please consider using #stopsuicide Thursday with your posts.  Take a minute to read the warning signs.  Reach out if you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide.  #noregrets