Wednesday, January 30, 2008 0 comments

Trauma and Grief


Is there a difference between trauma and grief? In fact, there is. Many people that are suddenly stricken with grief do not know the fundamental differences between trauma and grief, but is it crucial that the two be easily recognizable in order to avoid any serious occurrence.

Trauma requires immediately professional attention, whereas grief is a normal part of any healing process. One that feels sad following a loss is certainly dealing with grief, but one that feels terrified may be confronting trauma. Those that are going through the effects of trauma will find it very difficult, if not impossible, to talk about death, and they are often afraid of loss and danger. When one experience trauma, the feelings and fears do not subside with time, which is the exact opposite of grief.

If you suspect that someone you know is dealing with trauma following a loss, you will want to seek medical help immediately. Trauma can often lead to physical harm, violence, and even health problems, so make sure that trauma is not left lingering. The real way to tell the difference between trauma and grief is to note that trauma is far more extreme than grief is. Understanding the differentiation between trauma and grief can really help to save someone’s life should you recognize the symptoms immediately. Remember, grief does take time, but if someone you love has suddenly lapsed into a state of constant fear, this sort of trauma is not a normal part of the
Wednesday, January 23, 2008 0 comments

Bearing the Cross


Every once and a while, a seemingly-simple email comes around that ends
up being quite profound. This is one of them.
To some "just another e-mail" and then those of us who are having one of those days,This kind of thought is Heaven sent........Thanks Mokena/Dawn......







Awesome!! We complain about the cross we bear but don't realize it is
preparing us for the dip in the road that God can see and we cannot.
Whatever your cross,

whatever your pain,

there will always be sunshine, after the rain....

Perhaps you may stumble, perhaps even fall;

But God's always ready, to answer your call....

He knows every heartache, sees every tear,

a word from His lips, can calm every fear...

Your sorrows may linger, throughout the night,

But suddenly vanish, by dawn's early light...

The Savior is waiting, somewhere above,

to give you His grace, and send you His love.

May God fill your day with blessings!!


Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of
battle!
Tuesday, January 15, 2008 1 comments

What a Trip home !!!!














Well back from Chicago.. First off Dad is doing great after knee replacement, Working hard to get himself back to 100%,what do we do to help, We put a picture of his mansion in the desert above his workout station, that ought to have him running in no time..But also a great time spent with my children that live in Chicago, also my Grandaughter, WOW what a beautiful little girl and twice as smart as her Dad already lol......Got to have some of those famous Gene & Judes hot dogs, portillo's beef and a Dino's pizza, Are you drooling yet ?? Spent Saturday evening at my sister and husbands with 2 of my daughters, son, grand daughter,3 nephews and very pretty niece,and sister in-law A great evening it was.........Then was caroused around town till 4am with daughter and her boyfriend of which was more fun than I had in a while, A chip off the old block, the party genes we Sansones carry lol Here are some pics of the trip.............Didnt mention took two days to thaw out and the 4 hour delay at O'hare...
Tuesday, January 8, 2008 1 comments

I'm Headed to Chicago this Week !!



Does this say it all, and I live in Phoenix If you haven't got it yet

Snowstorm to Tornado Warnings in 7 days

But looking forward to it none the less,Actually very excited... Looking forward to seeing the "Kids" and Nephews and Nieces and MY GRAND DAUGHTER. Have not seen her since she was around 3 months old and now she is 2, and when she talks to me on the phone all problems of the world disappear, Going to town as my Dad is having a knee replacement, Been there for me for ever and ever, Glad I get to return the love in such a small way, But know all will go well cuz he has the best angel a person could ask for watching over him, But don't think I would go to Chi Town and not be ready to at least have a couple Gene and Jude's Hot Dogs...At Least...Some good Pizza NOT Arizona fake pizza..
Will keep you apprised as to how the trip went when I return next week....Should have some good pics for all to see..................Talk soon ..Chicago Mike
Wednesday, January 2, 2008 0 comments

Happy Birthday Dawn



Some Thoughts From us...

If tears could build a stairway,
and memories a lane, I’d walk
right up to heaven and bring you
home again

A gift for such a little while,
your loss just seems so wrong,
you should not have left before us,
it’s with loved ones you belong


Happy 30th Birthday / Auntie Lisa
Thirty years ago today I remember walking home from Rosemont School 8th grade and feeling so happy that I was an Auntie. Little did I know the short time you would be in our lives but, the memories Oh God they will live in our daily thoughts and hearts forever! The void for all of us on a daily basis is so hard but what keeps me focused on you and not your horrible death is those Huge brown eyes and that sweet smile that was truly unforgetable to me. This family has so much love and so much more now due to our Angel Dawnie please watch over all of us my Birthday Girl. Happy 30th Green!

Love,
Aunt


Happy Birthday / Lisa V-Da (Friend)
Happy birthday to you Dawn. What are birthdays like in heaven? I miss you! Thank you for stopping me that Monday in November. I swear I can hear you say "It's all good". I love you Dawn.


Today would have been your 30th Birthday..1/2/2008 / Michael Sansone (Dad)
Today as I think of you, I have a smile in my face as I think of that night in 78 when you arrived, And then bitterness sort of sets in as I think of all missed as today you would have been 30! And then I realize that you are here , deeep in my heart and I will sing Happy Birthday to you , like all other years, And also have many many fond memories that will and could not be forgotten, So on this day my angel I hope you are watching and knowing we think of you always, and know you are in your place with the Lord,So today My angel I wish you a Happy Birthday and all the love in my heart.......Love always Dad


PLEASE visit her site at www.dawnsansone.memory-of.com
 
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