My Heart is Riding Shotgun
A blog about grief, love and living.
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Well, there's a story
Apr 18, 2026
About five months after Tim died, I took my ring to the jeweler to be cleaned and polished. This is the same jeweler where Tim purchased the ring in 2010.
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The main ingredient
The main ingredient
Mar 21, 2026
I don’t believe there is anything that Tim enjoyed more than entertaining in our home.
I don’t believe there is anything that Tim enjoyed more than entertaining in our home.
One of my great loves
One of my great loves
Feb 14, 2026
If you ever question why I write so much about hiking on a blog about grief and death, remember this -our natural world is a role model for life, dormancy, transitions, change, and growth
If you ever question why I write so much about hiking on a blog about grief and death, remember this -our natural world is a role model for life, dormancy, transitions, change, and growth
I'm back with More
I'm back with More
Feb 9, 2026
Just a quick note to say, a new blog post will be coming on Saturday. I am back and into my writing groove. I am also now offering virtual events.
Just a quick note to say, a new blog post will be coming on Saturday. I am back and into my writing groove. I am also now offering virtual events.
I'm here for more
I'm here for more
Dec 20, 2025
My mom was very affectionate. I remember in my younger years, the hugging, the squeezing, the tickles, and all the giggles that came with it.
My mom was very affectionate. I remember in my younger years, the hugging, the squeezing, the tickles, and all the giggles that came with it.
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I can be your friend
I can be your friend
Jun 30, 2022
How do you learn to be okay when it’s not okay? Even if we vow to see the bright side of our surroundings, to live in the moment, and to find joy, most likely...
How do you learn to be okay when it’s not okay? Even if we vow to see the bright side of our surroundings, to live in the moment, and to find joy, most likely...
I didn't mean to be a gunner
I didn't mean to be a gunner
Jun 11, 2022
The lowest. The hottest. The driest. I went on a hiking trip in Death Valley three months ago. More than a few people raised an eyebrow when I mentioned where I was headed.
The lowest. The hottest. The driest. I went on a hiking trip in Death Valley three months ago. More than a few people raised an eyebrow when I mentioned where I was headed.
What are we saving it for?
What are we saving it for?
May 21, 2022
When I was a young girl, I would save the last few pieces of paper from a memo pad or a set of note cards or stationery. It wasn’t for future use. The remainder would stay in its purest state.
When I was a young girl, I would save the last few pieces of paper from a memo pad or a set of note cards or stationery. It wasn’t for future use. The remainder would stay in its purest state.
Secret Angels
Secret Angels
Apr 30, 2022
I left my hometown in Indiana two months after my 18th birthday. I have lived in Johannesburg, Chicago, Atlanta, Charlotte, Davidson, Phoenix and now, Denver.
I left my hometown in Indiana two months after my 18th birthday. I have lived in Johannesburg, Chicago, Atlanta, Charlotte, Davidson, Phoenix and now, Denver.
It's a really, really, really easy choice
It's a really, really, really easy choice
Apr 9, 2022
I learned as a child to have utter respect for my surroundings.
I learned as a child to have utter respect for my surroundings.
My second favorite jacket
My second favorite jacket
Mar 19, 2022
I have m moments, when I am grasping onto something, and then it happens. Suffering.
I have m moments, when I am grasping onto something, and then it happens. Suffering.
Just don't stop
Just don't stop
Feb 25, 2022
Elevation will slow you down. And so will grief.
Elevation will slow you down. And so will grief.
I never got my Aston Martin
I never got my Aston Martin
Feb 5, 2022
Wat if, during this lifetime, we did everything we could have ever hoped for.
Wat if, during this lifetime, we did everything we could have ever hoped for.
It's about time
It's about time
Jan 15, 2022
The truth is, no matter ho we approach our lists, goals and resolutions, there is nothing more precious than time.
The truth is, no matter ho we approach our lists, goals and resolutions, there is nothing more precious than time.
I don't get paid for this
I don't get paid for this
Oct 1, 2021
My blog has been live since March 2020. Like so much about these past few years, it is hard to believe.
My blog has been live since March 2020. Like so much about these past few years, it is hard to believe.
I just want the old you back
I just want the old you back
Sep 18, 2021
I am so afraid that I will never be who I once was.
I am so afraid that I will never be who I once was.
Can’t you hear the whumpfing?
Can’t you hear the whumpfing?
Sep 5, 2021
There are days when I feel weary, and I want to run away.
There are days when I feel weary, and I want to run away.
About the Author
Hi, I’'m Yve!
I am an end-of-life-doula, a grief educator, a business professional, a yoga teacher, a writer, a nature lover, and a widow. Phew!
In 2019 I was shaken by a life event that has given me a precious opportunity to see and accept my truth — I am exactly where I’m supposed to be — and I'm not alone! With my knowledge and experience, I aim to support others in their journeys.
Contact
I'd be honored to help you on your journey.
Prefer email? Reach me at info@loveyoumoredoula.com.
