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Holidays Difficult After Loss of Loved One ANN ARBOR, MI (Michigan Radio) - The pain of losing someone close can be overwhelming - especially at that first holiday or anniversary.

Mary Jamerino is a social worker with A.J.Desmond and Sons Funeral Directors.
She says everyone grieves differently but says it's important that they aren't feeling isolated and alone.

"So many times it's difficult for people to be joyous or happy when they hurt so much inside. And many times they have to push themselves to be with other people, and to surround themselves with people that understand them."

Jamerino says remembering someone who died by talking about happy memories can help.
She also says it's important to be patient with yourself and to try to relax and simplify celebrations.
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