Life, love, and loss with Paul
If you've navigated the complexities of love, loss, or life's unpredictable twists and turns, then keep reading. Paul, who was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease in 2022 and lost his beloved Jody in 2024, is also a father, new grandfather and a speaker/writer. Paul writes to make sense of the world around him, sharing his personal journey through grief, Parkinson’s, and life's challenges. With a mix of lightheartedness, thoughtfulness, and unwavering authenticity, Paul offers a relatable and heartfelt perspective on the human experience. His writing is often described as warm, genuine and deeply moving.
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Forever and a Day: A Tribute to Jody
Paul’s eulogy for Jody at her funeral Mass. Jody made you feel truly seen, deeply loved and cherished and her beautiful heart will echo through our lives forever.
If Jody still is
In the days leading up to Jody’s anniversary—and just before Easter—I’m reminded that if she still exists somewhere, then so does the love, the prayers, and the promise of reunion.
The Ache and the After
Paul reflects on the quiet, persistent nature of grief one year after losing a loved one, capturing the daily ache of absence alongside a growing sense of resilience and hope.