Tag Archives: Brokenness

“Fend It Off” by Kelly Farley

Posted on April 24, 2017 by GrievingDads

“Fend It Off” I typically do not watch movies that are nominated for or win big awards like the Golden Globes and Academy of Motion Pictures (Oscar’s) because I find that my taste in movies and the people who make … Continue reading →

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“Someday”

Posted on September 6, 2016 by GrievingDads

The following is a letter I received from Rob, a grieving dad who lost his 28-year-old son Ryan a few months ago. His son Ryan had special needs and was a medically fragile young man his entire life. He and … Continue reading →

Posted in Bereaved, Broken Dreams, Brokenness, Courage, Crying, Death of a Child, Death of a son, Devastation, Emotions, Grieving Dads: To the Brink and Back, Loss of a Son, Men's Grief, Survival, Tears | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

“10 Years – I Remember” by Kelly Farley

Posted on June 7, 2016 by GrievingDads

10 Years – I Remember Today marks the 10-year anniversary of my son Noah’s death.  10-years. I’m not really sure how I survived for this long, but I have.  In some areas of my life I have thrived, others not … Continue reading →

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“Survival” by Kelly Farley

Posted on May 23, 2016 by GrievingDads

Survival I received an email over the weekend from a fellow grieving parent that wanted to know if I would consider doing a live 30-minute interview. I went to their website to learn more about them and while I was … Continue reading →

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“Calloused” by Kelly Farley

Posted on December 10, 2015 by GrievingDads

Calloused I’ve wanted to write this article for a while because the topic has been on my mind, but to be honest; I’m also a little embarrassed to admit it. I’ve become calloused as a result of losing my kids … Continue reading →

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“Platitudes Are Bullshit”

Posted on October 27, 2015 by GrievingDads

Platitudes Are Bullshit One of the great things about starting Grieving Dads Project is the ability to help others through this nightmare.  I know my blog posts have become less and less over the years, but that’s because I feel … Continue reading →

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Distractions

Posted on June 8, 2015 by GrievingDads

Distractions I subscribe to a few blogs that focus on simplifying your life.  Since the loss of Katie and Noah, I have been on a mission to live life in a different way.  The first several years were spent just … Continue reading →

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“Restless Soul” by Kelly Farley

Posted on May 28, 2015 by GrievingDads

Restless Soul I have always considered myself a restless soul. Always looking for something more exciting or interesting to immerse myself into. I love to experience new things and try to take life in on many levels. If I find … Continue reading →

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“Raw” by Kelly Farley

Posted on May 5, 2015 by GrievingDads

“Raw” I am very fortunate that it has been awhile (9+ years) since I felt the rawness of just losing a child.  However, I remember the moment of being told “the news” very vividly. It doesn’t take much for me to be … Continue reading →

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“Messed Up Inside” by Kelly Farley

Posted on August 15, 2014 by GrievingDads

Messed Up Inside I was recently having a conversation with a guy that was buying an old ’66 Chevy truck from me and he had asked me if I had any children. There was a time I hated when people … Continue reading →

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