About the author and the book
Growing Up in the Business of Death
I grew up surrounded by death. As the granddaughter of an undertaker, loss was not an abstract concept—it was a constant presence, as familiar as the scent of lilies and the hush of grieving families in the next room. While other children played in parks or rode their bikes down quiet streets, I wandered the back rooms of the funeral home, learning early on that death was not something to fear, but something to understand.
Good Grief is my story—part memoir, part reflection—on what it means to grow up in a world where the final chapter of life is always unfolding. I’ve seen firsthand how grief settles into people’s bones, how sorrow reshapes the living, and how love lingers long after a goodbye. I’ve stood at the edges of mourning, watching, listening, and learning that grief is not just about sadness; it’s about resilience, connection, and sometimes even laughter in the most unexpected moments.
This book is for those who have loved and lost, for those who have found themselves in the quiet spaces between farewells, and for anyone who has ever wondered what it’s like to live in the presence of death—not as an end, but as a part of life itself.
Did You Know?
Grief can resurface unexpectedly – Even years later, a smell, song, or memory can trigger a wave of grief.
Did You Know?
People may not recognize their own grief – Some express it through irritability, numbness, or even excessive busyness to avoid dealing with emotions.
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