

The Personal Journey of Grief
Grief is a universal experience, yet it’s deeply personal. For me, navigating profound loss has felt like building a castle out of deep sorrow. Each tear, each memory, and each moment of reflection has been a brick in this structure—a place of comfort that honors the people I’ve loved and lost. This castle isn’t just a home; it’s a sanctuary, a physical manifestation of resilience, and a testament to the healing power of transformation.
Living With Grief, Not Beyond It
Grief is not something we overcome or leave behind. It becomes a companion, teaching us how to adapt and rebuild our lives. The reality is that we will grieve forever. The loss of a loved one is not something we simply ‘get over’; instead, we learn to live with it. Healing takes time, and through it, we rebuild ourselves around the loss we have endured. Wholeness will return, but life will never be exactly the same. Nor should we be the same nor would we want to be.
The Beauty Within Grief
I think that beauty comes in many forms, it could be a flower, it could be a gesture, it could be art, it could be so many things. We must cultivate our own aesthetic in our own universe. I believe the process of creating beauty is an act of healing. It allows us to reclaim something meaningful and vibrant in the face of loss.
Creating My Own Universe
My dream has always been to design a space that reflects my soul. A home filled with art, culture, and antiques—an eclectic blend of textures, colors, and stories that celebrates life and creativity. This is my universe, a world I’ve built to remind myself of the joy that still exists and to honor the love that shaped me. It’s a place I share only with those who truly belong in my circle, people who respect the journey I’ve been on and the beauty I’ve cultivated.
A Celebration of Resilience
This castle I’ve built isn’t just about grief; it’s about celebrating the resilience and strength that come from embracing it. It’s about recognizing that loss doesn’t define us, but it does shape us. The world I’ve created is a reflection of my heart—a mosaic of love, pain, and hope pieced together with intention and care. It’s my home, my castle, built out of grief.