a woman's grief after losing her husband
A journey through grief
How do you regain your balance after the loss of your spouse?
How do you fill the void?
How do you create a new path just for yourself?
When does the pain go away?
A view into a widow's grief after losing a husband
navigating widowhood and life after loss
Cheryl Elferis writes about grief, widowhood, and life after the loss of a spouse. Right before the death of her husband, Gary—known to many as Sifu G—she began journaling to navigate the quiet reality of widow grief and the space loss leaves behind.
Those reflections became The Absence of Sifu G, a deeply personal grief memoir offering comfort and companionship to women grieving the death of a husband.
Cheryl is also the author of Affectionately, Toots - My mother's Journal, and shares reflections on love, loss, and healing through her writing online.
She lives in Costa Rica with her two dogs Mister Chan and Lilly.
Managing grief
What Readers Are Saying
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"This book should be essential reading for those working in grief counseling, hospice care, and palliative support."
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"A raw and honest journey through grief that ultimately becomes a story of hope and resilience. Cheryl Elferis is an immensely talented writer."
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"A powerful and deeply moving account of love, loss, and the emotional journey of caring for a dying partner. A must-read for anyone navigating grief."
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"Filled with love, loss, hope, and resilience. A beautiful and insightful memoir."
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"Elferis doesn’t just describe grief — she walks you through it. Her words create a deeply human map from shock to acceptance."
— Review on Goodreads
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"You cannot prevent the birds of sorrow from flying over your head, but you can prevent them from building nests in your hair."
Old Chinese Proverb