Grief does not discriminate. Buzzy’s Bees is committed to inclusion across identity and experience. We strive to support a broad and diverse community of grieving families. On September 23, 2021, an article was released sharing the painful story of the death of a 34-year-old Mississippi woman named Keli, who died alongside her 7-month-old son named …
– by Nancy Petrie, Buzzy’s Nana I have spent my time in the recent year focusing on helping grow Buzzy’s Bees, but there are triggers in life that stop you in your tracks and put you right back in your deepest grief. This weekend we are celebrating two birthday boys, cousins born four years and …
On a sunny day in March, Brian and Tiffany Aronson traveled from Waterloo, Iowa for an interview in Cedar Falls. Brian and Tiffany sat side-by-side on a small, gray sofa. They sat close to one another, Brian’s body turned toward Tiffany’s. They talked together, often completing one another’s sentences. In one emotional moment, the writer …
Hailey’s story is one of Give Grief a Voice’s first sibling stories. Hailey’s sister, Sydney, shared her experience of losing an older sibling with our Iowa-based writer, Elisha Palmer. Please enjoy an excerpt from the story, written from a little sister’s perspective.
The interview with Colin’s mother took place in a nondescript conference room, but the setting did not dictate the tone and feel of the interview. From the very beginning, the love Colin’s mother has for him filled the room. Please enjoy this excerpt from her story.
Three members of the Give Grief a Voice team got to listen to Grayson’s story at his farmhouse in Iowa. His older sister made a few appearances as well, climbing onto her mother or father’s lap for a cuddle while they cried and talked. Being invited into the homes of families is one of the …
The community of families who grieve the loss of a child spans the globe. Each experience is unique, but there is a bond of understanding that leads us to one another. We are grateful to have made connections with others who have had a little one gone too soon. We can share comfort and resources …
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Buzzy’s Founder Amanda Drews and writer Lisa Reit interviewed Evelyn and Mary’s parents outside in the cemetery – right at the foot of the girls’ tombstones. It’s a place the Itami family loves to be, and it’s easy to see why. The cemetery looks out onto a beautiful pasture where cows graze and tall grass …
Today we continue sharing a glimpse of the stories and art our eleven 2020 Give Grief a Voice families received. Hannah’s family was our first interview of 2020. Lisa and Amanda interviewed Hannah’s mom, Jill, in early January at the family’s home. Jill shared her story of Hannah over coffee at the dining room table …
‘Tis the season to be jolly. But what if that is not what you are feeling? What if someone you know and love is languishing in sadness and grief? What do you say and do? This time of year can be especially difficult for those whose loss is just under the surface on any day. …
Though winter weather seems to be hanging on in the Pacific Northwest and elsewhere, it is already time to be thinking about summer camps for kids. In fact, registration is
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