by Kristin Stegmueller | Feb 27, 2026 | Mary's Corner
Spring is often described as a season of renewal; flowers bloom, trees bud, the days grow longer, and the world feels like it is waking up again. But for those carrying grief, spring can feel unexpectedly heavy. When everything around you is beginning again, the...
by Kristin Stegmueller | Feb 18, 2026 | Mary's Corner
Grief doesn’t move in straight lines. It doesn’t follow a calendar. And it certainly doesn’t ask permission before it shows up. For families walking the road of DIPG/DMG, and especially for those of us living after loss, grief is not just something we carry. It is...
by Kristin Stegmueller | Feb 7, 2026 | Mary's Corner
Valentine’s Day can be especially tender after the loss of a child. While the holiday often centers on romance, it is also a day rooted in love—and love never ends. For families grieving a child to DIPG/DMG, this day can become a meaningful opportunity to remember,...
by Kristin Stegmueller | Jan 3, 2026 | Mary's Corner
The New Year can feel especially heavy when you’re grieving a child. While the world talks about fresh starts and new beginnings, you may be carrying the ache of another year without your child by your side. The turning of the calendar can quietly remind you that time...
by Kristin Stegmueller | Oct 7, 2025 | Mary's Corner
As fall arrives, many families find comfort in traditions that blend remembrance with celebration. This season, we explore tender ways to keep your child’s memory close during Halloween and Day of the Dead—honoring their spirit while bringing light to your family’s...
