Last Updated on March 12, 2026 by Lisa Keys
The heart of grief knows goodness. In the spirit of Christmas, I want to wish each and every one of you my heart-felt gratitude for following my grief journey. You have not only held me in the palm of your hand, but so many others like me who have lost a child. These gifts are beautiful.
Not only that, but in addition, you have shared your amazing talents. The heart of grief is not only a sign from William, but also love from you.
So much talent and so uplifting.
Your kindness and generosity has been more than appreciated.
I can never thank you enough for your gifts.
For those who are grieving. May you find peace in your heart this holiday season.
May you be surrounded by those you love most.
May your heart be full with knowing there is always an angel on your shoulder.
May your heart know goodness and gratitude. Time to treat yourself to something sweet. These lemon cookies will add a little sunshine to a difficult day.
patcook1 says
<3
Lisa says
sweet reply
Tracy says
Beautiful hearts just like you, just like your son.
Lisa says
He sure did have a big beautiful heart. I suppose that is why he appears that way to me in a whoosh moment. He is only 1 of two who grew listening to the beat of my heart...sigh...just a mom moment and maybe why it is so difficult to separate myself <3
Louis Matino (@LouMatino) says
Cool heart montage!
Lisa says
thanks I have many
Carol says
I love all your hearts...BTW, you have one more on it's way. Merry Christmas mama!
Lisa says
So lucky to have your heart in my life <3. You hold up so many people.
Martine says
š
Lisa says
My talented and generous friend. You hold up so many people with your kindness. <3
thegsandwich says
Beautiful. Thanks for sharing with us.
Lisa says
Thanks for following along. Your support is much appreciated.
Lynne Laino says
What you have done for others is immeasurable. Iām so blessed to call you my friend and your continued relationship with Will is a constant source of wonder and confirmation that love never dies. ā¤ļøš
Lisa says
We will never forget them. We will continue to celebrate them and we will keep the love alive for them and others. You and I! <3
Le Ann Arsenault says
Excited to make a batch of Sweet William's Spirited Chocolate Chip Cookies again this holiday season to share with my family <3
Lisa says
I love that you do this ā¤ļø thank you for sharing his kind spirit
Marcie says
I love seeing your collection of hearts! You always write beautiful, sweet, inspiring sentiments. It's a very difficult time of year for many of us. But, you are a role model, Lisa! I'm know that this is not a path of choice, but you are travelling it with grace. XOXO
Lisa says
Never in a million did I think this would be my path. I suspect it is the injustice of it all that makes me more vocal than I normally would be. I do try to put my most gracious self forward, but as you know its not aways easy. We do what we do to honor our sons. I love your heart.