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A Gift of Gratitude For You-(Gift Inside)

So Thanksgiving is in just a few days, and what better time to warm our hearts with stories of gratitude than now. I am over the moon excited to share with you our new e-book, A Gift of Gratitude, a community book project, just released on Amazon. A book of authors sharing their thoughts… Read More

Posted onNovember 20, 2018Categoriesbooks, UncategorizedTagsamazon, author, bestseller, book, charity, community, encouragement, faith, gift, grateful, gratitude, Grief, heart, holiday, hope, inspiration, inspire, love, Organizations, project, smile, thankfulness, thanksgiving1 Comment

Ellie’s Way-Spreading Hope and Healing on The Sweeter Side

Surprised by what came in the mail, I couldn’t wait to get home to open the package. I was nervous, yet excited, and not quite sure of what I would find inside. Carefully, I lifted the lid, opening the box ever so gently. At first glance, my eyes observed a box full of gifts that… Read More

Posted onJanuary 25, 2015January 25, 2015Categorieschild loss, grief, hope, inspiration, sweeter sideTagsblessings, charity, child loss, children, death of a child, Ellie's Way, faith, gifts, God, Grief, hope, inspiration, joy, legacy, loss, love7 Comments

A Birthday Wish Like No Other

No presents, no party. All she wanted for her 9th birthday was to raise $300 towards supplying clean water to those in need. You may have heard this story and it is one worth retelling! I am in awe of Rachel and the work God has done through her and thousands of others.. A… Read More

Posted onJanuary 21, 2014March 28, 2014CategorieswashingtonTagsbirthday, charity, clean, countries, donations, hope, impact, inspiration, Rachel Beckwith, washington, water, wish, worldLeave a comment

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Daphne Bach Greer

Hi I’m Daphne. I was raised in a small ranching town in eastern Oregon, and graduated from Western Oregon University in law enforcement. I went on to a lengthy career as an adult parole officer. Following a devastating car accident in 2008, which resulted in the tragic death of my five year old daughter, I found a new purpose and passion in life.

In 2011, I co-founded a non-profit in memory of my daughter, Lydia’s Love, which provides birthday celebrations to children in need. I blog and write about finding hope amidst grief and loss. My new book, Barely Breathing: 10 Secrets to Surviving the Loss of a Child is to be released July 16, 2019. I am also the co-author of Grief Diaries—Will We Survive book—a collection of stories from parents on marriage after the death of a child.

I am a member of the Oregon Christian Writers Association and also served for five years on the steering committee of The Compassionate Friends in Salem, Oregon. I am a contributing writer on The Mighty and Havingtime and I have contributed to many books and websites, sharing my experiences on life, loss and finding hope. I am passionate about my faith and I believe in the healing power of sharing life experiences with others.

In my spare time I volunteer with Ellie’s Way, a non-profit organization providing hope and outreach for the bereaved and While We’re Waiting, faith based retreats for bereaved parents. Currently, I reside in Oregon, with my husband and four other children, along with my farm animals—sheep, pigs, chickens and dogs.

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The Untold Secret About Making Your Teen’s Lunch: Because There’s So Much More Than Food Inside That Brown Bag
Grateful and Grieving on Thanksgiving
Is There A Sweeter Side to Grief? How to Uncover that Elusive Silver Lining
Seeing the Sweeter Side of Grief: Recognizing Rays of Sunshine for the Grieving Mama’s Heart
To All the Grieving Mamas, He Sees You

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Faith. Life. Hope.
Returning To Work After Bereavement Leave-10 Tips For The Supportive Co-Worker
To All the Grieving Mamas, He Sees You
Birthday Blues-The Challenge of Celebrating While Grieving
A Letter to the Mother I Never Wanted to Be

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So, my friends and I have been working on a fun little project the past few months and it’s finally done. I'm pleased to be a contributor to "The Community Book Project: 20/20 Vision," a project led by Donna Kozik. It's a collection of inspiring essays and stories celebrating the new year and the new decade. For our official launch, the Kindle version is on sale today for only 99 cents. https://amzn.to/35WbqLd If you’re in the mood for some heartwarming and uplifting stories give this a look! ☕️ 📚💜 #vision2020 #thecommunitybookproject #hope #newrelease #bookrelease #encourage #writer

Not going to lie. I hate it when my children are sick. It’s a bit stressful and my mama heart wants to worry beyond belief when one of my kiddos acquires an illness. I think it’s our body’s natural response to invite immediate fear and worst case scenarios when our past traumas attempt to take over and dictate our minds. I’ve been bombarded with mental battles as the past month has given me one son with the flu, one son with pneumonia, and now it’s my daughter’s turn. So, I’m spending a few days home with my girl who has succumbed to the flu. Her nine-year-old body, flushed with fever, is helpless and quiet. After doses of medicine, and middle of the night checks to make sure she’s alright, my heavy, tired eyes show up to be there for her. After losing my oldest daughter, you could say I’m “fine- tuned” to the most important things in life. Time being of the essence. I’m not taking my sick girl her to grandma's or pushing her off on someone else, just so I can “work” or get things done. My to-do list can wait. As I hold her hot limp body, rocking miles in the chair, I am at peace. I count the freckles on her skin, smell her sweet hair, and soak in the beautiful innocence that looks back at me as I stare into those bloodshot, big blue eyes, while I softly pray to the Lord to alleviate her sickness. On these days, I’m reminded of God’s goodness. I treasure the time I get to spend with her, because I know these moments are fleeting. No interruptions, work, laundry, dirty dishes or bills plaguing my mind, because none of that matters. In this moment, I’m given the opportunity to slow down, to appreciate this time. We will snuggle, watch movies, enjoy popsicles, drink lots of fluids, and rest. Its days like this when I’m grateful for my grief. 💜🙏 #grief #parenting #grateful #blessed #grievinggumdrops #thesweetersideofgrief #daphnebachgreer #God #faith #trust #grieving #healing #hope

Today's #sundayhymn to replenish your soul. May your day and coming week be filled with prayer, trust and hope. He alone is our #healer. 🙏💜 #grief #hymn #faith #griefsupport

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So, my friends and I have been working on a fun little project the past few months and it’s finally done. I'm pleased to be a contributor to "The Community Book Project: 20/20 Vision," a project led by Donna Kozik. It's a collection of inspiring essays and stories celebrating the new year and the new decade. For our official launch, the Kindle version is on sale today for only 99 cents. https://amzn.to/35WbqLd If you’re in the mood for some heartwarming and uplifting stories give this a look! ☕️ 📚💜 #vision2020 #thecommunitybookproject #hope #newrelease #bookrelease #encourage #writer

Not going to lie. I hate it when my children are sick. It’s a bit stressful and my mama heart wants to worry beyond belief when one of my kiddos acquires an illness. I think it’s our body’s natural response to invite immediate fear and worst case scenarios when our past traumas attempt to take over and dictate our minds. I’ve been bombarded with mental battles as the past month has given me one son with the flu, one son with pneumonia, and now it’s my daughter’s turn. So, I’m spending a few days home with my girl who has succumbed to the flu. Her nine-year-old body, flushed with fever, is helpless and quiet. After doses of medicine, and middle of the night checks to make sure she’s alright, my heavy, tired eyes show up to be there for her. After losing my oldest daughter, you could say I’m “fine- tuned” to the most important things in life. Time being of the essence. I’m not taking my sick girl her to grandma's or pushing her off on someone else, just so I can “work” or get things done. My to-do list can wait. As I hold her hot limp body, rocking miles in the chair, I am at peace. I count the freckles on her skin, smell her sweet hair, and soak in the beautiful innocence that looks back at me as I stare into those bloodshot, big blue eyes, while I softly pray to the Lord to alleviate her sickness. On these days, I’m reminded of God’s goodness. I treasure the time I get to spend with her, because I know these moments are fleeting. No interruptions, work, laundry, dirty dishes or bills plaguing my mind, because none of that matters. In this moment, I’m given the opportunity to slow down, to appreciate this time. We will snuggle, watch movies, enjoy popsicles, drink lots of fluids, and rest. Its days like this when I’m grateful for my grief. 💜🙏 #grief #parenting #grateful #blessed #grievinggumdrops #thesweetersideofgrief #daphnebachgreer #God #faith #trust #grieving #healing #hope

Today's #sundayhymn to replenish your soul. May your day and coming week be filled with prayer, trust and hope. He alone is our #healer. 🙏💜 #grief #hymn #faith #griefsupport

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