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A Person Dies But Love Doesn't
In 3 months, it will be 6 years since I last held Adalyn. I simply can’t wrap my head around that length of time. To the outside world...
Shannon Zisa
Feb 288 min read
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New Year, Same Grief
As 2023 drew to a close, I was once again reminded of the pain that child loss brings. This year, 2024, will be year 5 that Adalyn won’t...
Shannon Zisa
Jan 4, 20244 min read
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The Connection
I have yet to find the balance between grieving Adalyn and celebrating this baby that I am carrying. Once you have witnessed how life can...
Shannon Zisa
Sep 4, 20223 min read
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Faith Like Mary
I miss my little girl more than anything in this world and my heart is filled with such pain every second of every minute, of every hour,...
Shannon Zisa
Apr 17, 20222 min read
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Until It Happens To You...
I grew up with the heart and mind of someone destined to become a mental health counselor. Not only did I want to help others but the...
Shannon Zisa
Mar 16, 20223 min read
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Strength In Numbers
I am part of a club that no parent ever wants to be a part of. I live in a world that few can fathom. I know a searing pain that most...
Shannon Zisa
Mar 1, 20225 min read
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Birthday Bunnies: Milestones & Mourning
Milestones are incredibly hard when you are a bereaved mother. It feels so unnatural to continue to celebrate holidays and birthdays when...
Shannon Zisa
Nov 2, 20215 min read
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A Different Look At Grief...A Blog Written By Adalyn's Granny
I have thought long and hard and prayed for the right words because understanding this kind of situation is almost impossible. I have...
Shannon Zisa
Sep 12, 20216 min read
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One At A Time
I have learned so much about the person I was prior to June 2, 2019 and the person that I’ve since become. To some, those that didn’t...
Shannon Zisa
Jul 8, 20215 min read
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The Greatest Men That I Have Ever Known
People will often ask me how it is that I am so strong. The reality is that I’m not strong at all. I’ve simply been giving it “time” and...
Shannon Zisa
Jun 20, 20219 min read
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Angel Walk & Raffle Details
Adalyn’s 1st Annual Angel Walk – June 2, 2021 Raffle Information: Registered Angel Walk Participants (in person or virtual) receive (1)...
Shannon Zisa
May 23, 20212 min read
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Angel Walk & 50/50 Drawing Details
Adalyn’s 1st Annual Angel Walk – June 2, 2021 50/50 Drawing Information: Tickets for the 50/50 drawing are $5 each. You can purchase your...
Shannon Zisa
May 23, 20212 min read
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Adalyn's Angel Walk - Finding A Connection To This World
Adalyn’s light is still shining so bright! She continues to inspire me to be the mama I want her to have, someone she can be proud of....
Shannon Zisa
May 7, 20214 min read
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While You Were Holding Me...
Behind the scenes of this horrific nightmare there is a woman that has been a pillar of strength and a testimony of faith. She’s the one...
Shannon Zisa
Mar 10, 20218 min read
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What Happens When You Aren't Really As Strong As Everyone Thinks...
It is no hidden secret that my life went from very private to very public in a matter of seconds (read my last blog). It also comes as no...
Shannon Zisa
Feb 9, 20218 min read
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A Private Family Turned Very Public
It wasn’t long ago that Dane, my husband, myself, and our sweet daughter, Adalyn, lived a very private life. We were content being a...
Shannon Zisa
Jan 7, 20218 min read
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They Won't Be Home For Christmas Anymore
Two years at this time all seemed Merry & Bright! Adalyn was celebrating her 1st Christmas, the house was filled with presents from Mama,...
Shannon Zisa
Dec 23, 20202 min read
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