| From the Editor |
Welcome to our website! Please take a comfortable seat, some tea, whatever relaxes you, and explore... This site has been a miracle in the works for several years, and thanks to the help of many supporters, we are here as a source of comfort for those who grieve. I have heard from many grieving people over the years who have expressed their feelings of being "stuck" in the grieving process. It can happen at any time. Often, it is when one is grieving after the loss and it seems the rest of the world has gone back to 'normal' - except ME. Sometimes we have been dealing with our grief for some time, and just can't seem to get past a certain 'hump' and feel like we are spinning our wheels. And sometimes we have just become too accustomed to the pain, and do not even realize we are wearing it like a comfy, warm blanket. Whatever the case, we must first want to heal from the pain if we are to move forward. It is very common, though not particularly healthy, to hold onto pain when we are grieving. It takes courage and determination to make a decision to live again after a loss, and if we don't want to live again, to determine why. The first baby step to becoming unstuck is acknowledging that we are indeed stuck and need help. The worst thing a grieving person can do is to isolate themselves, but it is all too common. I hope this site to be a beginning for loved ones left behind to slowly remove the isolation and reach out for help from those who have been there and understand. Please continue to come back and grow with us. Submit your stories of strength and hope, articles, photos, poems, whatever moves you. Again, welcome, traveler...may you find comfort and peace here. Love, Jeri |
| This site is dedicated to my beautiful and courageous daughter, Leora Lynn, who touched and changed more lives at fifteen than I should hope to in my lifetime. |
| LMS kills Learn how you can help find a cure. Click on the ribbon |
...for lost souls stuck in the grief process...
|
| View Newsletters |
| Quotable- "At fifteen life had taught me undeniably that surrender, in its place, was as honorable as resistance, especially if one had no choice." Maya Angelou |
| Your privacy is very important to us. We will never sell or give away your information |
| We support the South Florida Make-A-Wish Foundation, the National Leiomyosarcoma Foundation, the Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital Foundation, Children's Hospice International and several other charities who help the sick, grieving & terminally ill. |
| Looking for something? Search this site or the web |
| Supporting Moms in Business |
| Amber Alert-watch for YELLOW ticker |
| Thank you for your support You are visitor number |
©2006 Shining Light Grief Support™ is a registered trademark and the exclusive property of the owner. No photos, articles or any
other part of this website can be reproduced without express permission.
Statements contained herein are not intended to be a substitute for serious grief-related psychosis or depression. This site is merely a
support tool. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any mental disease or disorder. Always consult with your
professional health care provider if you feel you need more serious help.
other part of this website can be reproduced without express permission.
Statements contained herein are not intended to be a substitute for serious grief-related psychosis or depression. This site is merely a
support tool. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any mental disease or disorder. Always consult with your
professional health care provider if you feel you need more serious help.
| FUNdraising Events to raise money to promote awareness of Leiomyosarcoma |
 |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
Jeri Lynn Platt is a freelance writer and the founder of Shining
Light Grief Support. She has long been an advocate for natural
birthing, cesarean prevention, unnecessary medical intervention
and the medical rights of the pregnant parent. Grief support was
only a part of the support and advocacy she offered until the
illness and subsequent death of her fifteen year old daughter,
Leora, in April of 2003 brought her to a new level of education and
understanding. An ordained minister (non-denominational), she
offers education, spiritual & emotional support, hope and respite
for the weary and grief-stricken through the use of a series of
support tools, in the hope that we can all be UNstuck in our grief.
Jeri is also committed to helping to find a cure for
Leiomyosarcoma, by raising awareness and funds through the
efforts of herself and those who were touched by the life and
death of Leora. The Princess Leora Fund is a memorial fund
created at The National Leiomyosarcoma Foundation (NLMSF.org).
Jeri is available for grant proposals, articles or columns, speaking,
support groups, workshops, one-on-one support and offers a
series of grief retreats at one of the most beautiful spa resorts in
sunny South Florida. And, YES, the book is on the way!!! She can
be reached by email at jeri@myshininglight.com. For grant
proposals and other writing jobs email jeri@grantchick.com
Light Grief Support. She has long been an advocate for natural
birthing, cesarean prevention, unnecessary medical intervention
and the medical rights of the pregnant parent. Grief support was
only a part of the support and advocacy she offered until the
illness and subsequent death of her fifteen year old daughter,
Leora, in April of 2003 brought her to a new level of education and
understanding. An ordained minister (non-denominational), she
offers education, spiritual & emotional support, hope and respite
for the weary and grief-stricken through the use of a series of
support tools, in the hope that we can all be UNstuck in our grief.
Jeri is also committed to helping to find a cure for
Leiomyosarcoma, by raising awareness and funds through the
efforts of herself and those who were touched by the life and
death of Leora. The Princess Leora Fund is a memorial fund
created at The National Leiomyosarcoma Foundation (NLMSF.org).
Jeri is available for grant proposals, articles or columns, speaking,
support groups, workshops, one-on-one support and offers a
series of grief retreats at one of the most beautiful spa resorts in
sunny South Florida. And, YES, the book is on the way!!! She can
be reached by email at jeri@myshininglight.com. For grant
proposals and other writing jobs email jeri@grantchick.com
Jeri Lynn Platt
| Spiritual Waste Removal |
We offer support in the
form of workshops,
one-on-one, group support,
guided meditation, energy
healing (laying on of hands),
and any other mainstream or
alternative method we can
find to help in the process.
form of workshops,
one-on-one, group support,
guided meditation, energy
healing (laying on of hands),
and any other mainstream or
alternative method we can
find to help in the process.