life Archives - Linda Seiford, Ph.D.

Moving Forward After Loss

“Wait for me, Mommy!” I looked up, shielding my eyes from the brilliant sun, and searched for the owner of the little voice. In a field of wildflowers, I saw a little girl knee-deep in dew-kissed blossoms. She was wearing a simple sundress belted around the middle. Her golden hair danced playfully in the gentle […]

The Gift of Grace

I sat in the dimly lit room enjoying the warmth of the crackling fire. Multicolored flames playfully danced among the glowing logs. The lights on the decorated tree twinkled mischievously. I cradled the warm mug between my hands, breathed in the full-bodied aroma of the decadent liquid, and allowed my mind to wander. As I […]

Through the Eyes of a Child: Do You See What I See?

I am the mother of two spectacular sons who followed very different paths of development. One was typically developing and the other had special needs. Now adults, they have forged their own paths – each a bright light in the world. Both have taught me incredible lessons along the way. While their methods may have […]

Perception and the Pandemic: Honest Answers to Difficult Questions

As we walked along, silence blanketed our little duo. We literally were within an arm’s length of one another, but figuratively we were worlds apart. We moved along, matching our gaits, but deeply entrenched in our own thoughts. The pandemic was weighing heavily on my mind. I could only guess that it was occupying some […]

Finding Beauty: Life Beyond Grief

My home is my happy place. The deck, my oasis. This past year has been riddled with challenges. It has been difficult for the entire world. In a variety of ways, for one reason or another, we have all been grieving. There has been a pervasive sense of loss that has blanketed humankind and with […]

The Magic of New Year’s Eve

The energy on New Year’s Eve is palpable. Individuals of all ages are filled with excitement as they prepare for festivities. Time spent with family and friends, the thrill of the countdown, and the meaningful kiss with that special someone are activities synonymous with New Year’s Eve celebrations. The weeks leading up to these celebrations […]