Episode 2: What We Miss & What We’ve Learned to Carry

In this episode of Grief Girls Podcast, Tamara and Paula open their hearts to share the deeply personal realities of what they miss most about their husbands. The big things, the small things, and the everyday moments that quietly shaped their lives.

From the roles their husbands once held to the countless responsibilities they now carry alone, this conversation explores the raw truth of grief in daily life. But something powerful unfolds along the way.

What begins as pain, overwhelm, and even resentment around “having to do it all” transforms into strength, resilience, and unexpected empowerment.

Audio Note:

We apologize for the audio quality in parts of this episode. Thank you for listening with grace as we continue to grow and improve the show.

If you’ve ever felt the weight of loss in the ordinary moments, or found yourself doing things you never imagined you’d have to, this episode will resonate deeply.

In This Episode:

The everyday things we miss most about our husbands

The roles they played that we now carry alone

The emotional weight of “doing it all”

Anger, stress, and the hidden layers of grief

How grief can evolve into strength and empowerment

Finding confidence in places we never expected

A Reminder:

Grief changes form over time, and within it, there can be growth, strength, and even moments of empowerment.

Credits & Special Thanks

A special thank you to Maria Stephanos of WCVB Channel 5 News for her kindness, encouragement, and interest in helping shine a light on the Grief & Inspiration community and the Grief Girls Podcast.

[Click for Maria Stephanos interview](https://www.wcvb.com/article/the-grief-girls-south-shore/71280100)

We are also deeply grateful to singer-songwriter Will Dempsey for his generosity and support of our mission. His music brings comfort and connection to those navigating loss, and his willingness to help raise awareness means so much to us.

His song *"Beat You There"* reflects the hope of Grief Girls Podcast—the understanding that grief brings profound sadness, unanswered questions, and a deep longing for those we miss. Yet within that pain is a comforting message: our loved ones would want us to hold onto our memories, continue living fully, and accept and cherish the joys of life again. The song reminds us that love does not end with death, and that while our loved ones may have gone ahead of us, we are all ultimately on the same journey and will be reunited someday.

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