1. "Some days there won't be a song in your heart. Sing anyway", as Emory Austin said.

Breast cancer loss leaves us feeling drained of our usual cheerful spirit, we must cope with that also. Singing, even if it's off key or in the shower lifts our spirits.

2. Speak with gratitude of your loved ones life.

How did she cope with this realization, that she actually had breast cancer, again? Did she march to a beat that only she could hear? In my experience the answer is yes. She dared to be original, the real thing. You can speak of her creativity. You can speak of your appreciation for differences she made in others lives.

3. Learn more about breast cancer.

Become well informed about early and recurring symptoms of breast cancer. Find a way to help others cope with their breast cancer circumstances. Support breast cancer research.

4. Express your grief by teaching others.

Being a role model for family members and friends is an important role. As others watch us, they may be possibly thinking, how will I handle breast cancer if it comes my way? After this loss how does she cope and continue her life? Let others see your fighting spirit, speak publicly about your experience. Be the answer to these questions.

5. Become interested in a new hobby or sport. Studying art or bowling or numerous other hobbies give a new outlook. Keeping your hands busy lets your mind rest. For me, painting is a way to cope.

6. Write a letter.

Tell her how much you love her, how much her life means, that she is missed each day and how hard it is to cope without her in your life.

7. Build a memorial.

This will be a place for quiet time. Cope with your loss here. This a memorial in honor of her life.

Yes, it is hard to cope, but it does get easier, that's God's way of letting us go on living. Let's move forward, donating our time and money to breast cancer research, so that others may live.

10% of the profits from my paintings, giclee's, greeting cards, commissions and workshops are donated to breast cancer research. Being involved has helped me cope and heal after the death of my daughter.



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