For the Ones Who Aren't at the Table


Hey friend,

Happy Thanksgiving.


I know for some of you, today isn't all pumpkin pie and gratitude.
Maybe there's an empty chair at your table this year.
Maybe you're feeling the weight of grief while everyone else is passing the mashed potatoes and pretending everything's fine.

If that's you - I see you.
And I want you to know: it's okay to feel both grateful AND heartbroken at the same time.

Grief doesn't take holidays off.


In fact, the holidays can make it worse.
Everyone's posting their perfect family photos while you're navigating the awkward conversations about who's missing.
Or worse - nobody mentions them at all, like pretending they weren't here will somehow make it hurt less.

Spoiler alert: it doesn't.

Your loved ones who have crossed over? They're still here.
Not in the way they used to be, but their energy, their love, their presence - that doesn't just disappear.

Ways to honor them today:

  • Set a place at the table for them
  • Share a favorite story or memory out loud
  • Light a candle in their honor
  • Take a moment of silence before the meal
  • Do something they loved (their favorite dessert, their favorite song)


And if you need to excuse yourself to cry in the bathroom? Do it.
Grief is love with nowhere to go, and it deserves space - even on Thanksgiving.


The Thing About Mediumship:
It doesn't take away the grief, but it can help bridge that gap.
It can bring peace.
It can bring healing.
It can remind you that love never dies - it just changes form.

If you're feeling called to connect with someone on the other side, I'm here.
Book a private mediumship session and let's see what messages they have for you.

OR


Oh, and two quick things:

  1. Black Friday is coming - and I've got a special offer for my virtual clients.
    Check your inbox tomorrow. 👀
  2. Small Business Saturday - If you're local, come see me at the Shop & Sip event 11am-3pm at Bricks this Saturday! Support local, sip cocktails, and maybe get a mini reading while you're at it.


Today, I'm grateful for YOU.
For trusting me.
For being on this journey.
For showing up even when it's hard.

Sending you so much love
(and probably too much stuffing),

Hello! I'm Heather LaFond

Guiding women to break through, live their most empowered life, and healing hearts by connecting our world with the otherworldly.

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