When Grief Shows Up at 4 A.M. Some mornings I wake up at 4 A.M., and all I can see is my child self sitting with my sick mother. The room is quiet, but inside my head it is loud. My thoughts start beating me up the way they always do when I think about…
Feeling Like You Have No Home Anymore After Losing Your Parents When people talk about losing their parents, they usually talk about missing them. Their voice, their hugs, their advice, their laughter.They talk about the empty seat at dinner, the quiet house, the phone that doesn’t ring anymore. But there’s another part of this loss…
When a parent dies from illness, the guilt can be relentless.It gets in your head at night and keeps you awake, wondering why you are such a horrible person for not doing more. Guilt can torture you. It sneaks in quietly, stays longer than you want, and makes you question everything you did or did…
The New Year Feels Different When They Are GoneEverywhere you look, the world is obsessed with New Year’s being a fresh start, resolutions, glitter, countdowns, and new me energy. It is a New Year after all. But when the people who made that day feel safe and special are no longer here, it lands in…
What It Really Feels Like, and How to Get Through the Morning ByBrookeDecember 25, 2025 Disclaimer: This post is based on my personal experience with grief and loss. I am not a medical or mental health professional, and this writing is not intended to replace therapy, medical care, or professional support. Please read gently, pause…
DisclaimerThis post is based on my personal experience with grief and loss. I am not a medical or mental health professional, and this writing is not intended to replace therapy, medical care, or professional support. Please read gently and take breaks if needed. When Everyone Asks About Your Holiday Plans Everyone loves the holidays. At…
Disclaimer: This post shares personal experiences of grief and loss and is not medical, mental health, or crisis advice. If you are struggling to function, having thoughts of self harm, or feel unsafe, please reach out to a licensed mental health professional or a crisis line in your area. Christmas With No Parents Are you…
December 16th, 2025. Reader Note: I want to share this with care: this piece is based on my own lived experience. I am not a professional, and this writing is not meant to replace therapy, medical care, or mental health support. Please take what resonates, leave what doesn’t, and prioritize your own well being as…
Losing my parents at a young age left me feeling alone and lost. This is my story and why I started this blog for parentless adults seeking connection and healing. Growing Up Alone Hi, I’m Brooke. I started this blog to share what I’ve learned from growing up with loss, and what life has taught me…
Dear the Parentless Adult Who Can’t Call Mom or Dad By Brooke What it’s like to grow up without emotional safety, lose your parents, and become an adult with no one to call. A personal essay on grief, hypervigilance, and healing as a parentless adult. Note for Readers: This post discusses childhood trauma, emotional neglect,…