Mom Minus Dad Resource Guide

"In her groundbreaking book, Jamieson Haverkampf shares how she and her sister, in their early 30’s, found success and managed struggles during their journey after their father’s death. This jam-packed resource guide is filled with more than 500 invaluable Web sites, companies, government resources, U.S. laws, books, and nonprofit organizations to assist adult children who seek support while they aid a newly widowed parent." From http://www.momminusdad.com:80/

Books Arrived Today

I had an uncanny moment, an emotional moment when my books arrived in three crates. I opened the top one because it had a big dent in the bottom. Well, as it turns out there was padding in the dented corner, so no books were damaged. When I lifted the first one out, looked at its glossy cover, I felt a tingle go up the back of my neck. I felt quite emotional to finally hold this book, "A Journey Well Taken: Life After Loss" in my hands. The completed project. It felt good, the beginning or perhaps the middle of this entire process. A sorrowful but joyful one. Contrary emotions, but moving forward nonetheless. I'm always intent on moving forward. I am so fortunate in my life, my relationships, my experiences. I thank the higher powers everyday for all I have.

Going to Print, A Journey Well Taken

My book is finally going to print this week. It feels like it’s been a long process, but it has really been a great learning experience. I am so glad I decided to take control of this project and put it out there myself. It’s been incredibly rewarding. The designer inserted the testimonials for me into the text of the book, about 24 of them in all, and also added two on the front and back cover. I am very excited about this and can’t wait to see the final book. Actual publication is still scheduled for June of this year, but it’s growing ever closer. I am in the process of writing new articles related to dating after loss and the loss of a spouse. I’m also considering creating some new videos for some of my grief related articles.

I’ve almost felt like I was stuck this week in some kind of limbo, but thankfully that feeling has passed. I love charging through my days and getting lots accomplished, that’s who I have always been, but when I get struck by this inertia, I hate it. So, life is moving forward once more, each day a new adventure. Meanwhile, I’m doing my best to keep on top of the marketing and pubicity. I search out other grief related blogs and connect with others in this grief experience. It’s been very rewarding, and only time will tell the final outcome. Soon, I will be setting up an account on Amazon and my book will be available at all online stores.