By day, I am aware that 23 years have passed since my father’s death. When I close my eyes, it’s a different story.

My daughter, Nina, died five weeks before she was due to be born. Years on, I am surprised by the depth of pain her absence brings me.

Into the Unknown

by Sara Beth Berman

My dead fiancé loved Anthony Bourdain. When I heard the beloved chef and TV personality had died, I imagined the two of them, finally, breaking bread.

Putting My Dead Mom in the Cloud

by Marisa Bardach Ramel

After stalling for 15 years, I finally have a low touch way to introduce my kids to the vibrant woman I knew.

Writing With Heart From Behind Bars

by Allison Langer

I teach memoir writing at a prison. One week, the topic was loss. My students really went there — and so did I.

Time Machine in a Timepiece

by Dani Klein Modisett

In telling me he wanted me to have his beloved watch, Dad was also letting me know his days were numbered.

‘I’m Not Done Being Your Mom’

by Caryn Anthony

My son is gone, but our relationship — surprisingly — continues to evolve.