My Heart is Riding Shotgun
A blog about grief, love and living.
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When the door opens, don't rush to close it
Jul 31, 2026
It was completely unexpected. It was sudden. But after a few days in critical care, we were told directly, by a hepatologist, that Tim was at very high risk of dying within three months.
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When nothing makes sense, rules don’t either
When nothing makes sense, rules don’t either
Jun 20, 2026
Hank got arrested. Well, I might be exaggerating. I feel that the telling of this incident requires a little drama, because I was so raw with emotion at the time.
Hank got arrested. Well, I might be exaggerating. I feel that the telling of this incident requires a little drama, because I was so raw with emotion at the time.
There is no do-over
There is no do-over
May 22, 2026
I like to say that I don’t have any regrets in life.
I like to say that I don’t have any regrets in life.
Well, there's a story
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.
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.
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.
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Sacred moments
Sacred moments
Sep 17, 2022
I paused to smell a rose. With the scent, tears puddled in my eyes. Was it a memory, nostalgia, or just the pure beauty of it? I wasn’t sure.
I paused to smell a rose. With the scent, tears puddled in my eyes. Was it a memory, nostalgia, or just the pure beauty of it? I wasn’t sure.
Checking the box
Checking the box
Aug 27, 2022
Have you ever felt like an imposter? Uncertain about whether you could pull it off.
Have you ever felt like an imposter? Uncertain about whether you could pull it off.
Not always what it seems
Not always what it seems
Jul 23, 2022
I never thought much about summits until I moved to Colorado. If you spend any time on the trails, it’s part of your language here. The summit is the highest point on a mountain, and when you reach it
I never thought much about summits until I moved to Colorado. If you spend any time on the trails, it’s part of your language here. The summit is the highest point on a mountain, and when you reach it
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.
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.
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I'd be honored to help you on your journey.
Prefer email? Reach me at info@loveyoumoredoula.com.
