“The first fall of snow is not only an event, it is a magical event. You go to bed in one kind of a world and wake up in another quite different.” — J.B. Priestley
Grief changes the world in ways no one expects. A parent’s loss can feel like stepping into a strange, unfamiliar place overnight. The life once known feels distant, as if covered in a fresh layer of silence and cold. Each day can bring unexpected shifts in emotion. The world of before and the world of after seem divided by a sudden, invisible line. Grieving hearts often wake up feeling that nothing remains the same. The quiet transformation can feel both isolating and profound.
The early days of grief carry a strange magic of their own. Emotions fall like snowflakes, each unique and fragile. Some moments bring numbness, others sharp pain. No two days or nights look alike. A parent who has lost a child learns to navigate this ever-changing landscape. Familiar routines become foreign. Memories shimmer with bittersweet light. Healing does not mean returning to the old world. Healing means learning to live in this new, transformed place with grace.
Transformation does not erase sorrow. The world may remain quiet, even cold at times. Yet, within this new reality, small moments of warmth appear. A gentle smile, a kind word, or a simple breath of fresh air can bring relief. Grief is not just loss. Grief is also change—a subtle, powerful force that reshapes the heart. Each day offers a chance to wake to a world that feels different but still holds possibility. The magic of transformation can offer fragile hope.
Thought for today: Embrace the changed world around you. Small moments of grace can bring light to the coldest days.