Chapter Notes

Welcome to the Brazoria County Chapter of The Compassionate Friends. We are sorry for the reason you are here, but we are glad you found us and hope you find comfort. To our newest members, we realize that coming to the first meeting is the hardest, and we sincerely hope you find someone or some words that will help you in your grief journey. We need not walk alone.

Our recently formed chapter came together for our first meeting in July 2007 when we released balloons to the heavens in memory of our beloved children. Parents, friends, and family members are always welcome to attend TCF meetings. Our children were of different ages and passed away of various causes, but we are bound together by our common experience and the desire to keep their memories alive.

The Compassionate Friends offers hope, reassurance, and a safe place to talk about our children with others who know firsthand what we are feeling.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for browsing in the library and visiting over coffee, soft drinks, and Rosalind’s delicacies. New members are invited to come at this time to meet with one of our chapter leaders. May the memory of your precious child find a place of comfort within our circle of friendship.

November 2008

September 2009

Sometimes this newsletter seems to put itself together–I have no trouble finding material that touches my heart and that I hope will be meaningful to others too. But then there are other times, like this month, when nothing feels quite right. No poem or quote, no article seems to adequately express the sorrow we experience as bereaved parents or fully embrace the love we feel for our children.

So for this newsletter, I decided to just go with that; because untouchable, inexpressible feelings are an authentic part of this grief journey. We do the best we can with words, but sometimes silence is the truer language, like leaves drifting softly to the ground. I think that’s why it’s helpful to be with others who understand. Without trying to squeeze our feelings into words, we can know that we are not alone.

Whether you are years along the way or are receiving this newsletter for the first time, know that others walk with you. All are welcome to attend our monthly meetings, whether you choose to join the discussion or simply listen in quiet understanding.

We Need Not Walk Alone.

- R. Goddard - September 2009