For most of my life, I’ve been an entrepreneur — building, creating, and leading my own businesses since the age of 18. With two patents to my name and a…
There are conversations that arrive softly, but land with the weight of a lifetime.I had one recently with my father, who will turn ninety next year. His voice was steady,…
Widow’s Den, Monica Lucia Hoffman What Should We Tell The Children? When tragedy strikes, one of the hardest questions parents face is: What should we tell the children? We want…
Grief isn’t just for funerals—it’s the silent ache of losing someone still present. This heartfelt piece explores love, longing, and hope within quiet loss
Lifting the Burden When conversations about the end of life arise, most people shrug them off with a quick, “I don’t care, just cremate me.” Others deflect with humor or…
By Monica Lucia Hoffman I don’t always know what a prayer is supposed to sound like. I’ve never been great with the right words for heaven. But I do know…
Widow’s Den has a new home! Thanks to Raymer-Kepner, we now gather at their Life Tribute Center—a warm space for healing, connection, and support. Read More
Numbness isn’t feeling nothing—it’s feeling everything at once. Overwhelmed and shut down? Monica Lucia explores the truth behind what you’re really feeling—and why it matters.
